Chapter 255

Samuel watched Shelmaine the entire time, his gaze cold and unwavering. He didn't move an inch as he took in the sight of her delicate frame, her shoulder blades sharp against her thin back. His eyes never left her body. He didn't think there was any issue because she still belonged to him in his mind. When she was dressed, Shelmaine spoke quietly, her voice steady but hollow. "Now that you're done, can you leave?" Samuel lit another cigarette, took a drag, and then picked up his discarded clothes from the floor. As he reached the door, he turned and said flatly, "Take the morning-after pill if you don't want to get pregnant." And with that, he left. The door slammed shut, echoing through the empty apartment. Shelmaine collapsed onto the floor, her body crumpling against the soft rug. She buried her face in her hands, sobbing uncontrollably, her tears blurring everything around her. ... Shelmaine had originally promised to spend New Year's at Isabelle's place but ultimately di