Chapter: 2936

Each word felt like a dagger twisting in Alberto's heart.

His mocking smile returned, tinged with a deeper hatred.

"It turns out that you are here to apologize to me. How unexpected. But I don't need your pity," he spat. "You can leave now. If you're only here out of guilt for last night, you're just making me look even more pathetic."

Alberto's thoughts spiraled. He had compromised his principles and suffered repeated humiliation, all for Rachel. Never in his life had he felt so utterly diminished.

Alberto, who had always been admired, was brought low by a woman who seemed to effortlessly shred his self-esteem. The realization burned, fueling a growing resentment within him.