In Chapter 135 of \u201cWhen Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen,\u201d the tension between Adriana and Belinda escalates as they confront the truth about Belinda\u2019s mother. Belinda accuses Adriana of lying about her mother\u2019s death, revealing her deep-seated anger and confusion. Adriana carefully explains that she learned the truth about Belinda\u2019s mother being alive while in Harborton, suggesting that Belinda\u2019s uncle, Curtis, had his reasons for keeping this information hidden. The conversation is charged with emotions, as Belinda grapples with the implications of her mother\u2019s situation and the protective motives behind Curtis\u2019s actions.<\/p>\n
As they talk, Belinda\u2019s initial bitterness begins to shift towards hope when Adriana mentions that her mother has reached out to Curtis. The urgency in Belinda\u2019s demeanor highlights her desire to reconnect with her mother, showcasing her vulnerability and longing. Adriana\u2019s own feelings become more complicated as Belinda questions her motives for being with Curtis, hinting at a deeper connection that she struggles to acknowledge. Adriana\u2019s response reveals her internal conflict\u2014she knows her place as an employee and benefactor, yet the emotional bond she shares with Curtis complicates her understanding of their relationship.<\/p>\n
The chapter culminates in a palpable sense of anxiety as they prepare to meet Cynthia, Belinda\u2019s mother. Adriana\u2019s reluctance to join them stems from fear of being an outsider, worried about Curtis\u2019s potential affection towards another woman. This jealousy adds another layer to her character, showing her struggle with feelings she tries to suppress. When Curtis insists that Adriana accompany them, it leaves her bewildered, questioning his intentions and her own role in the unfolding family dynamic.<\/p>\n
The arrival at the sanatorium is filled with a mix of anticipation and tension. The sight of Cynthia, looking vibrant and youthful, contrasts with Adriana\u2019s insecurities, as she grapples with her place in Curtis\u2019s life and the family he is reconnecting with. The chapter ends on a note of uncertainty, leaving readers to ponder the complexities of relationships, loyalty, and the emotional turmoil that comes with confronting one\u2019s past.<\/p>\n
**Chapter 135: I Know My Place**<\/p>\n
\u201cI never did anything to you,\u201d Adriana said, her gaze steady as it met Belinda\u2019s.<\/p>\n
Belinda\u2019s expression darkened, her voice laced with bitterness. \u201cYou knew too, didn\u2019t you? That my mom isn\u2019t dead. You\u2019re a liar too.\u201d The weight of her words hung in the air, heavy with unspoken accusations.<\/p>\n
Adriana paused, her mind racing as she considered her response. \u201cI discovered the truth while we were in Harborton,\u201d she began slowly, choosing her words with care. \u201cI was just as shocked as you to learn that your mother was alive. Your uncle kept her hidden away very well. Not telling you\u2026 well, I can only imagine he had his reasons.\u201d<\/p>\n
Silence enveloped them, and Belinda\u2019s eyes flickered with a mix of anger and confusion.<\/p>\n
Taking a deep breath, Adriana continued, \u201cI don\u2019t know if this is accurate, but I suspect Curtis\u2019s protection of your mother wasn\u2019t solely out of love. The car accident back then\u2026 it might not have been as straightforward as it seemed. Perhaps faking her death was a way to keep her safe. You were so young; it would have been easy for you to slip up. If he had told you the truth and you accidentally let it slip\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n
Belinda\u2019s expression shifted, her eyes widening as she absorbed Adriana\u2019s words. \u201cReally?\u201d she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.<\/p>\n
Adriana nodded, her expression earnest. \u201cI don\u2019t know all the details, but Curtis is meticulous. He wouldn\u2019t have disregarded your feelings without a compelling reason. If he chose this path, it must mean that your mother\u2019s safety outweighed your emotions.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cOh, and on our way here, your mother reached out to Curtis,\u201d Adriana added, a smile touching her lips, though a pang of unease twisted in her chest. \u201cShe asked him to pick you up and then take her home from the hospital.\u201d<\/p>\n
Belinda sat up straighter, her eyes sparkling with a mixture of hope and anxiety. \u201cWait for me. I need to get dressed,\u201d she said, her tone suddenly urgent.<\/p>\n
After a few moments, Belinda emerged, dressed in a lovely white dress that made her look like a picture of innocence and propriety. She stood there for a moment, her expression conflicted, as if she wanted to voice something more but hesitated.<\/p>\n
\u201cIs there something on your mind?\u201d Adriana asked, her curiosity piqued.<\/p>\n
Belinda looked directly at Adriana, her brow furrowing slightly. \u201cAre you\u2026 are you truly only with Curtis for the money? Don\u2019t you feel anything else for him? I mean, if my mom hadn\u2019t been alive, I thought\u2026 well, I thought he might have fallen for you.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adriana couldn\u2019t deny the truth in Belinda\u2019s observation. The way Curtis treated her was unlike anything any of the women who had been close to him had ever experienced.<\/p>\n
She froze for a moment, her heart racing. Lowering her gaze, she took a beat to gather her thoughts before clenching her fingers slightly and forcing a smile. \u201cWhat are you saying? Curtis is my benefactor, my boss\u2026 I know my place.\u201d<\/p>\n
Belinda fell silent, her expression unreadable as they stepped out together. Perhaps she was eager to see her mother, as evidenced by the way she had dressed up so nicely.<\/p>\n
\u201cAdriana, actually\u2026 I think you\u2019re better suited for Curtis,\u201d Belinda said just as they were about to enter the elevator. \u201cBut I have my own selfish reasons too. Sorry.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adriana didn\u2019t quite catch the full meaning behind Belinda\u2019s words and was about to ask her to repeat it, but Belinda had already gone quiet.<\/p>\n
As they reached the lobby, Curtis was waiting for them in the lounge area. His tall frame seemed almost cramped on the small sofa, his long legs stretching out awkwardly.<\/p>\n
From a distance, Adriana spotted him. He had a way of standing out in any crowd, an undeniable magnetism that drew the eye immediately.<\/p>\n
In her past, she had considered Matthew to be the pinnacle of the rich kids, but after meeting Curtis, she understood what true presence and confidence looked like.<\/p>\n
\u201cTook you long enough,\u201d Curtis remarked, his brow furrowing as he noticed Belinda hiding timidly behind Adriana. \u201cFaking an illness and skipping class? Is this how you were taught?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cUh, she really wasn\u2019t feeling well,\u201d Adriana interjected quickly, her protective instincts kicking in.<\/p>\n
Belinda nodded, still lingering behind Adriana, her posture a mix of embarrassment and uncertainty.<\/p>\n
Curtis\u2019s gaze shifted to Belinda, and he seemed to accept Adriana\u2019s defense, deciding not to press further.<\/p>\n
\u201cCurtis\u2026\u201d As he turned to head toward the car, Adriana felt a surge of anxiety. \u201cMaybe I\u2019ll just stay here\u2026 You and Belinda should go pick up her mother. I\u2026 I can head home?\u201d<\/p>\n
The thought of being an outsider gnawed at her. What if Cynthia didn\u2019t want her there?<\/p>\n
What if Curtis had to comfort her?<\/p>\n
The mere idea of seeing Curtis offering solace to another woman\u2014no matter how irrational it was\u2014made her stomach twist in knots. Despite knowing her role as just an employee, she couldn\u2019t shake the feeling of jealousy.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou met her in Harborton, didn\u2019t you? You\u2019re acquainted. Come along,\u201d Curtis said, taking Adriana\u2019s hand firmly.<\/p>\n
Adriana was baffled by his insistence. Why was he so determined for her to accompany them? Didn\u2019t he worry that his first love might feel uncomfortable? Or was he, like Matthew had done in the past, trying to reassure Cynthia by bringing her along?<\/p>\n
The memory of Matthew inviting her into a situation where she was bullied by Rufus and his friends to comfort Natasha sent a shiver down her spine.<\/p>\n
But she had accepted so much from Curtis. She had to go.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlright\u2026\u201d Adriana acquiesced, her voice barely above a whisper.<\/p>\n
\u201cAre you feeling unwell?\u201d Curtis asked as they settled into the car, concern etched on his face.<\/p>\n
Adriana shook her head, trying to dismiss his worry.<\/p>\n
With a gentle touch, Curtis fastened her seatbelt for her, ruffling her hair affectionately.<\/p>\n
It was that familiar gesture again\u2014one that felt too intimate, too personal.<\/p>\n
Curtis drove them toward the sanatorium, the atmosphere heavy with unspoken thoughts.<\/p>\n
Upon arrival, they found Cynthia\u2019s nurse waiting at the entrance, her demeanor professional yet warm.<\/p>\n
Today, Cynthia looked vibrant, dressed in youthful attire that made her appear almost ageless, nearly the same age as Curtis.<\/p>\n
Indeed, if a woman took care of herself, dating someone younger was hardly a concern.<\/p>\n
\u201cCurtis,\u201d Cynthia greeted him with a bright smile, but she raised a hand to signal him to keep his distance, pushing herself up from the wheelchair with surprising strength.<\/p>\n
As the tension between Adriana and Belinda began to dissipate, a fragile understanding emerged, bridging the gap of their past misunderstandings. Belinda\u2019s revelation about her mother\u2019s existence ignited a flicker of hope within her, yet it was Adriana\u2019s recognition of her own place in Curtis\u2019s life that anchored her emotions. The complex web of relationships began to untangle, revealing not just the pain of secrets kept but also the possibility of new beginnings. For Adriana, the moment was bittersweet; she felt the weight of jealousy stir within her as she realized her feelings for Curtis were deeper than she had acknowledged. With each passing moment, she grappled with the fear of being an outsider in a world where love and loyalty intertwined, and yet, she clung to the hope that perhaps she could carve out her own space beside him.<\/p>\n
As they approached the sanatorium, a sense of inevitability washed over Adriana. She was stepping into a realm where emotions ran high, and the past threatened to resurface. The sight of Curtis\u2019s mother, vibrant and strong, stirred a mix of admiration and apprehension within her. Adriana\u2019s heart raced as she prepared to face the woman who had once been a ghost in Belinda\u2019s life, now a tangible presence that could redefine everything. Yet, in that moment, she understood that no matter how daunting the situation appeared, she was no longer the same girl who had once felt invisible. She had grown, learned, and was ready to embrace whatever came next. In this new chapter, as she sat beside Curtis, she silently vowed to navigate the complexities of love and belonging with courage, knowing that healing was not just a matter of time, but of choice.<\/p>\n
**What to Expect in Next Chapter?**<\/p>\n
As the tension thickens in the air, Chapter 136 promises to delve deeper into the complex dynamics between Adriana, Curtis, Belinda, and Cynthia. With the revelation of Cynthia\u2019s unexpected vitality and the emotional stakes heightened, readers can anticipate a whirlwind of confrontations and confessions. Will Adriana\u2019s insecurities about her place in Curtis\u2019s life come to a head as they navigate the delicate reunion with Cynthia? The chapter is set to explore the intricacies of love, loyalty, and the shadows of the past that threaten to unravel the fragile bonds they\u2019ve built.<\/p>\n
Moreover, Belinda\u2019s conflicted feelings about her mother and her burgeoning relationship with Adriana will take center stage. With her mother\u2019s return, will Belinda\u2019s resentment transform into understanding, or will it deepen the rift between them? The emotional landscape is ripe for exploration, as Adriana\u2019s protective instincts clash with her fears of being sidelined. As tensions rise and secrets threaten to spill over, readers will be left on the edge of their seats, eager to uncover how these relationships will evolve amidst the backdrop of long-buried truths. The next chapter is sure to be a rollercoaster of emotions, leaving readers hungry for resolution.<\/p>\n
Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella\u2019s storytelling style is immersive and addictive\u2014perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.<\/p>\n
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