Chapter 50
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I ran as fast as I could, but I still didn't reach there faster than my mother. By the time I arrived at the door, my mother and Della were already clashing inside.
I heard how much my mother was cursing at Della and she continued on trying to hurt her, but Della simply avoided her.
All my mother's words were so harsh and unreasonable that I admire how Della could still remain calm and composed at this moment.
'I'm so wrong. I should've protected you before instead of hurting you more.' I couldn't help but silently say the words I wanted her ears to hear.
Just then, I was reminded of the time when I asked her about her reason.
"If you didn't want the money or the title, why did you stay after I found Flora?"
I should've known. After all those hardships, belittling, and insults she faced while being married to me, she stayed.
She endured everything.
She used to love me so unselfishly. Now I fully understand.
'Stupid, Kylian! All this time, I'm being a fool!' I scolded myself.
"...I was willing to sign the divorce papers as soon as possible… I'd even divorce him this instant if it were for me."
Above everything Della said, those words were the one that echoed repeatedly in my head.
'No! She can't divorce me! Della is my one and only Luna! There won't be anyone else! I won't let that happen!'
I silently argued, determined to handle everything that would cross my path to ruin that.
"Guards! Throw this trash out!" My mother demandingly commanded.
I am already losing Della with all that happened. I barely make her stay. I couldn't let anyone remove her from my side.
Anger and anxiety fuelled in me, I pushed the door open and finally barged inside.
After making the guards stop from touching her, I dangerously look at each of them.
They were all left in silence.
Looking at Della, I asked in a deep voice. "What did you say? Say it again!"
Divorce me? Over my dead body!
Della kept silent.
"Look, Kylian. Is this the woman you're defending? She's…"
I roared angrily, venting all my frustration.
With my mother's words interrupted, I commanded the guards, "She set a imprisoner free. For that, lock her up!"
"What? Have you gone crazy? I'm your mother!"
The guards were looking hesitant which angered me even more.
"Have you all turned deaf?" My voice was so loud that it boomed in the room.
Instantly, they rushed to grab my struggling mother as they dragged her to the prison.
"Kylian! You'll regret this! I am your mother! How dare you do this to me and your sister because of that insolent bitch?" My mother kept on shouting all while she's being dragged but I stood my ground.
She needed to be punished. Not only for freeing Margot, but also for hurting Della today and for the past.
I was so blinded before that I didn't see how much Della was suffering. I didn't do anything to her before. Now that I was awoken from my stupidity, I won't allow anything or anyone to hurt Della again. Not even myself.
Just as before my mother got out of our sight, she shouted again, "Della, you bitch! You will regret this! Margot will come back and take revenge on you. She'll make you pay! She'll hurt you so bad that–"
"That nothing! I am here now, Mom. I will protect her even at the cost of my own life," I vowed.
Turning around, I looked at Della and saw that she's still drenching with water. Both her face and hair were soaked.
I raised my hand, wanting to touch her and help her fix her hair but she stepped backward so fast as if she'll be burned by my touch.
My heart throbbed with pain. Was I that disgusting? Did she hate me that much?
It's driving me crazy. I wanted to touch and hold her close to me, but her constant refusal was pushing me to my end.
Not being able to take hold of my possessiveness any longer, I held her shoulder and pushed her to sit on the chair. Without wasting time, I leaned down and kissed her forcefully.
The desire was just too much for me to stop.
I nibbled on her lower lip and tasted her sweet lips. I had no intention of stopping until I felt a drop of tears streaming down her face and onto mine. Suddenly, as if I was poured with ice water, I woke up.
She is afraid of me...
Gaining control of myself, I realized how much of a huge mistake I made again.
I stood up, not knowing what to do. I wanted to touch her but I knew it could only make things worse.
She looked at me with a quivering chin and tears on her face while her eyes held so much hatred like I'm the worst enemy she had.
"Della, I…" She didn't even let me finish and just ran away from me. She looked so hurt as she went to the other corner of the room, farthest away from me.
Embarrassed and guilty, I said, "I am sorry. I apologize on behalf of my mother. Have a good rest." With that, I looked down and left as soon as I could.
On my way back, I came across Henry who was looking at me worriedly.
Realizing everything, I voiced out to him.
"You're right. I'm that strong, independent, and powerful Alpha. I always believed in myself whether it's about politics or war… But with Della… I don't know, Henry. I couldn't help but doubt myself. I don't think I'll succeed in getting her back."
