Chapter 45

VERONICA After taking a deep breath, I knocked on William's door in the Exclusive VIP section. “Enter.” came his cold voice that sent a chill down my spine. For a moment, I considered turning around and leaving, but—the images of my children made me stand upright. Rounding my lips, I let go of a breath, “You can do it, Veronica.” Muttering to myself, I put on my best smile and stepped inside. “Beautiful, you’re here…” William greeted me with a charming smile. Seeing him in person now, I felt rather awkward all of a sudden. It's not easy for me. After all, he is someone I would like to avoid, but alas! The irony of my fate had brought me just before him. “Hey…” I muttered, pressing my lips together, not sure how to proceed. However, he made it a little easier. “Come sit, let's talk.” He suggested, and I obliged, settling into the chair beside his bed. It seemed someone may have been here before me. “Uh—Thanks for giving me a chance to be heard.” I said gratefully. He gazed at my face, h