Chapter 217 Happily Ever After (Two)

• “Carol, I’m really sorry for all the trouble I caused, and how much of a nuisance I’ve been. I know that sorry doesn’t cut it, but I swear, I’m usually not like that, but when you’ve been through the things that I have…” She trailed off, and tears gathered in her eyes. Carol hated herself for the wave of sympathy that engulfed her. What if Jessica was pretending and actually wanted to stir up trouble again?
• “I don’t believe you, and whereas before it was just I and Sebastian, now, I have the interests of my son to think about too. You will find that the old Carol who was a pushover is long gone…”
• “I know, and I don’t blame you for not believing me one bit, but I’m being sincere. I want to be there for Sebastian. I can see how happy he is with you, and I won’t lie, it hurts me beyond words, and I don’t think that I can recover from it. However, he has done so much for me and the fact that he is not speaking to me anymore is literally killing me, considering that he’s basically the only friend I have. I know you can get him to forgive me. I’ve been seeing a therapist, and I swear I’m much better now, even though I’m not there yet. Look, see for yourself. Those are the receipts for my sessions. I can even give you my therapist’s number to confirm…” Jessica trailed off and wiped at her eyes when Carol made no move to collect the papers from her and only stood there staring at her impassively.