Chapter 10

"You took Mia's life with your own hands! When it comes to culpability, you're just as tainted as I am."

Chesley's casual remark shattered Adam's emotional composure entirely.

"That's a lie! I'll make you suffer for this!"

Consumed by fury, Adam rushed at Chesley, intending to push her off the building. However, a searing pain in his leg caused him to stumble and fall.

The police had fired a shot, striking him in the calf.

At this moment, Chesley dropped all pretense. Her eyes sparkled with dark humor and her voice carried a touch of wistfulness.

"You know, Mia's passing could have been a fortuitous event!"

"I adored you deeply. You could have chosen me, and we might have raised a family together."

"But you insisted on feigning love for her, paying for your own mistakes, and now we're both ruined."

Law enforcement officers swiftly approached, restraining both Chesley and Adam in handcuffs.

Chesley let out a soft laugh, gazing down at the disheveled Adam with contempt.