Chapter 1653

With a detached tone, Bryce said, "Don't look at me like that. You said it yourself. I'm the one who betrayed you. "Maeve, you can't expect someone who's turned their back on you to still hold on to the sentiments of the past." He stepped closer as he continued, "I know you don't completely trust me anymore. You came prepared, didn't you? "Counting on Zion, Charlie, Lyra, or even Sheldon to save you? Don't kid yourself. The trap I've set ensures they can't reach you." With each word, Bryce advanced. "You're tough on the outside, but soft where it counts. You tell yourself you'll never trust me again, but deep down, you're still making excuses for me. Convincing yourself that I must have had my reasons. I bet a part of you still believes I wouldn't hurt you. "Maeve, you're too soft-hearted. Even when you try to harden yourself, you can't help but believe there's more good in this world than bad. Should I call you naïve or just foolish?" Fragments of their shared past flashed