Chapter 530

Murphy turned and walked away. His tall figure gradually disappeared into the distance. "Evelyn, don't be ungrateful. If you keep causing trouble, I can't guarantee what might happen." He threw back at me. His voice dripped with malice. "Your precious son might just lose his life one day. Don't say I didn't warn you." With that final threat, his group left swiftly, fading into the night. I was left alone and helpless, crouching on the ground. I punched the concrete floor, instantly splitting my knuckles, with blood gushing out. The pain was unbearable. But this pain, compared to the agony of losing my son, was nothing. I replayed the days in prison over and over again in my mind. Everyday was a torturous struggle. But even in the deepest despair, the one thing that kept me alive was always the same—Zachary. That sweet, adorable little one. It was my fault for failing to protect him. I was scared and gave in. In the end, he had to suffer because of me. I hugged my knees tightly