When She Walks Away (Teresa) novel Chapter 114

Chapter 114

From Ava’s tone, Teresa could tell she was fully aware that Naomi was out there ruining someone else’s family. But instead of feeling ashamed, Ava sounded self–righteous.

Even though Ava was sick, Teresa had no patience left for her. With a mocking smile, Teresa said, “You sure love to meddle, don’t you? Is your life so boring that you have to stick your nose into other people’s problems?”

Ava’s face turned cold at Teresa’s harsh words. “Can’t you see it yet? Charles doesn’t love you anymore. The one he cares about now is Naomi.”

Teresa shot Ava a cold stare, her eyes burning with anger. “I don’t need you to spell it out for me. But let me remind you–this place is half mine. If I don’t want you here, I can kick you out.

“The only reason you’re staying here peacefully is because I’m allowing it. You should be thanking me. Got it?”

Ever since she moved into Joyacre Villa, everyone–even Charles–had treated Ava with respect. But Teresa made it clear she wasn’t welcome, and Ava couldn’t take it anymore.

Not caring where she was, Ava grabbed a decorative item and threw it at Teresa, shouting, “You bitch!”

Teresa ducked just in time, and the decoration shattered on the floor. Looking down, Teresa realized it was Yolanda’s favorite toy–the one Yolanda had spent days building piece by piece.

Yolanda’d kept that toy for a whole year, never wanting to throw it away. Teresa remembered how she’d stayed up late with Yolanda, /working together to finish it.

Ava realized her mistake too late, staring at the broken toy on the floor. She had seen Yolanda playing with it nonstop these past few days, and now, she had smashed it. If Yolanda found out, she would definitely blame Ava.

Just then, Yolanda’s cheerful voice rang out from the doorway. “Ava, I’m back. Look what I brought you.”

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Ava’s panic was instant. Without missing a beat, she rushed to the shattered toy and sat down on the pieces, wailing dramatically, “Ouch! Why’d you push me?”

Teresa turned around to see Ava sitting on the broken toy, crying and slapping her own legs, looking like a child throwing a tantrum.

The shouting caught Charles and Naomi’s attention, and they quickly walked in.

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As soon as Naomi saw Ava on the floor, she rushed over to help her up. “Mom, what happened? How did you

Ava, with red eyes and tears, complained, “Naomi, thank goodness you’re here. I was just about to take my medicine when Teresa barged in, yelled at me, and pushed me.

“I fell and then she grabbed Yolanda’s toy to throw at me. I dodged, and it broke.”

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Hearing Ava’s words, Yolanda, who had been holding something in her hands, dropped it and rushed over, staring at the broken toy pieces. “Mom, that was my favorite toy. Why did you break it?” Yolanda glared at Teresa with anger in her eyes.

Teresa looked down at Yolanda and tried to explain, “I didn’t break it. She smashed it trying to hit me.”

Yolanda got even angrier, kicking Teresa hard. “You’re the worst. Stop lying! Ava would never break my toy. You did it, you’re the one who broke it.”

Teresa felt a sharp pain in her chest as she watched Yolanda. She smiled bitterly, saying nothing, her eyes sweeping over Ava, Yolanda, and Naomi. The pain and disappointment were clear in her gaze.

At that moment, Charles strode over, seized Teresa’s hand, and without a word, pulled her out of the hall. His grip was firm, and Teresa couldn’t break free, so she let him lead her out.

Once outside the hall, Charles released her hand and snapped, “Didn’t I tell you not to come back to Joyacre Villa? Naomi’s mom is sick. What are you trying to do here?”

Teresa lifted her chin and stared at him, her eyes cold. “I just came to tell you–let’s stop dragging this out. Sign the divorce agreement from Brocade Villa and mail it to me as soon as possible. Preferably tonight.”

Charles frowned for a moment, then quickly smoothed out his expression. He couldn’t believe what he was hearing, but he didn’t

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Charles rubbed his temples, couldn’t help but feel a little exasperated at Barbara’s forgetfulness.

Charles didn’t blame her. He asked patiently, “Did you happen to see what kind of document it was?”

Barbara replied, “Mr. Logan, I’m not really literate. I couldn’t make out what it was.”

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Charles let out a tired sign. “Alright, I understand. I’ll come by tomorrow.” With that, he hung up.

Just then, Naomi’s voice rang out from the hall. “Charles, can you give me a hand supporting Mom?”

Charles tucked his phone away, still haunted by Teresa’s words and unable to shake the unease. But his immediate concern was Ava, who had fallen in the hall.

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He quickly went to help Ava, with Naomi on the other side, and together, they guided her back to the sofa.

Yolanda, still crying, was crouched on the floor picking up the pieces of her broken

toy,

Ava, looking guilty, said, “Yolanda, I’m so sorry. It’s my fault. I broke your toy.”

Yolanda wiped her tears and looked up at Ava. “It wasn’t you, Ava. Mom broke it.”

Ava offered, “I’ll get you another one, okay?”

Yolanda shook her head. “I only want this one.”

Ava’s eyes filled with tears. “Charles, maybe I should just go back. I’m just causing more trouble by staying here.”

Charles gave Ava a gentle look and said calmly, “Don’t blame yourself. None of this was your fault.”