Chapter 267

The rich aroma of coffee filled the air, yet it did nothing to dispel the coldness in my heart. I stared out the window at the endless stream of people passing by, suddenly overwhelmed by a deep sense of loneliness. I had lost my job and my sense of security. I didn't even have anyone I could truly confide in. Just then, my phone rang. It was Mr. Hastings Senior. I hesitated for a moment before answering. "Serena, are you okay?" His voice carried a hint of concern. "I'm fine," I replied flatly. "And how's your mother?" I fell silent for a moment before finally saying, "She has agreed to the divorce." There was a long pause on the other end of the line—so long that I almost thought he had hung up. "Serena." Mr. Hastings Senior's voice was hoarse, filled with an emotion I couldn't quite place. "I know that no matter what I say now, it won't change anything. But still… I want to say that I'm sorry." "Sorry?" I let out a cold laugh. "Do you think a simple apology can make up for th