All Chapters of The Ruthless CEO's Contract Bride: Chapter 31 - Chapter 36

The bus slowly pulled away from the terminal. I watched as the lights of Bangkok gradually faded into the darkness behind us. The pain of being abandoned and accused still gnawed at my heart, but I tried to stay strong for my son, who was asleep in my arms.I booked a ticket to Chiang Mai province, reasoning that it was the largest and most developed city in the North. I didn't choose this for myself, but for my son's utmost comfort. Choosing another province might make my son's life difficult, and being in a city with complete facilities would probably be best for Nong Time. I hoped no one would find me there, and that I could start a new life with Nong Time peacefully.Throughout the long journey, I didn't sleep at all. My eyes were fixed on Nong Time, who was fast asleep, his small face looking gentle and innocent. I could only pray that he wouldn't have to know about the painful past of adults.When the bus arrived at the terminal in the early morning, I led Nong Time off the bus.

Early morning in Chiang Mai was cool and peaceful. I stood by the window of the temporary room that Kaew's friend had kindly offered. Nong Time was fast asleep on the small bed provided. I looked out the window, seeing ancient rooftops interspersed with modern buildings. A feeling of loneliness gnawed at my heart. I never thought my life would come to this point, where I had to flee with my son from everything familiar.One day had passed since I arrived here. Kaew called me many times to ask about my well-being and to try to help me find work. I appreciated my dear friend's kindness, but deep down, I was still worried about the dark future ahead."Mommy... I'm hungry," Nong Time's small voice broke the silence, making me turn to look at my son. The boy had woken up and was rubbing his eyes on the bed.I quickly walked to my son and hugged him gently. "Are you awake, clever boy? Are you hungry? Mommy will find you something delicious to eat."I took Nong Time to buy breakfast at a mar

Days in Chiang Mai slowly progressed for me. I tried my best to build a stable new life for myself and Nong Time. The work at the coffee shop, though tiring, provided just enough income to get by day to day.I began to familiarize myself with the city's routes, and Nong Time started adapting well to the new environment. The boy often played in a nearby park with new friends he had just met."Sister Linin, there's a package for you," Pim, a colleague at the coffee shop, said.I turned to receive the small brown box. It was an ordinary brown box, with no sender's name, but my name was listed as the recipient."What package is it? There's no sender's name," Pim asked curiously.I, too, felt surprised and uneasy. I told Pim to attend to the customers first, then carried the package to a quiet corner of the shop. My hands trembled slightly as I opened the box. Inside was a small teddy bear. This teddy bear seemed strangely familiar to her, as if she had seen it somewhere before.Then my ey