Chapter 149

"You didn't need to follow me, Victor. Someone has to be inside with Rose," Madeline said, rushing to wipe her tears before Victor could see them. "I only need a moment alone."

"My mother knows she is on thin ice. One more word out of her and I will have her leave. Look at me, Madeline. Do not hide your tears from me," Victor said, standing behind his wife to wait for her to face him. 

"Twenty-one years have gone by and she still thinks I am playing a trick on this family. It is not that I keep secrets from her. She gets upset and tries to argue before I can fully explain. I have decided to endure it since I did ruin your life," Madeline said, knowing she greatly messed up.

"You have never once ruined my life-"