Chapter 540 Survivor

Ted woke up early the next morning, his mind still clouded with sudden guilt and great anxiety.

The moment his eyes opened, he turned toward the bedframe and reached underneath, fingers searching until they brushed against the rough fabric of the hidden bag.

He pulled it out, his pulse quickening. He was already cursing his mind for what he did and his conscience was tearing up his soul.

With trembling hands, he unzipped the bag, his breath hitching as he peered inside. Relief flooded him. The money was still there, untouched. He exhaled shakily, gripping the edge of the bed for support.

"I'm dumb," he muttered under his breath, rubbing his temples. "I shouldn't have taken the money at all. I shouldn't have given in to temptation. I'm better than this."

The weight of his actions settled on his chest like a stone. Grace had already left for work, which meant she hadn't discovered his secret.

But how much longer could he keep it hidden?