Chapter 1408

Maeve lowered her gaze to the ring in her hand. Without a word, she removed it and placed it in Sergio's palm. "I'll return it to you, sooner or later," he murmured. Maeve didn't respond. She simply turned and walked out of the bedroom. But deep down, she knew the truth that Sergio had long since stopped owing her anything. The night was thick with silence as Sergio sat in the dimly lit room, staring at the soft glow of the bedside lamp. His mind wandered back to the previous night. He had made arrangements to meet Gwen here earlier. As soon as Maeve left, Gwen arrived right on schedule. When she stepped into the room, she looked around at the emptiness and frowned. "What did you call me here for?" Sergio's gaze shifted to Gwen's face, which resembled Maeve's so closely that it stirred a wave of disgust within him. No one could replace Maeve, and no one should wear her face. "You've always wanted to take Maeve's place, haven't you? Well, here's your chance," he said, to