The Man Who Took His Place
It might not have been this severe, but he had also fallen into drugs.
Returning to the country without them triggered violent withdrawals, and he frequently harmed himself.
Instinctively, I stepped back.
As I passed, Thayer’s eyes widened, locking on mine.
Then, with immense effort, he raised a trembling hand, freezing everyone in place.
I took a few steps forward, my gaze hard, knowing he had words for me.
Through clenched teeth, he said, “The Fairchilds chose you for profit. This marriage… You won’t find happiness.”
I smiled faintly and replied in a voice only he could hear, “It doesn’t matter.”
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