Chapter 179 - Choice (2/2)

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Liam was sitting quietly with a darkened expression after listening to Adam. Anger was written on his face in bold, capital letters.

”I have to go back home. Stella might be reaching there soon.” Adam spoke up, breaking the deathly silence which was lingering in the surroundings.

He stood up when he didn't hear a reply from him and headed outside. As he was walking down the front porch, he saw his men arrive along with Rachel. She looked up when she felt a silhouette standing before the entrance of her home. Their eyes collided for a mere second as she quickly averted her eyes, hanging her head as low as she could.

Adam shook his head sideways when Rachel and his men had disappeared from his line of sight before walking towards his car.

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”You can leave.” Liam spoke to the three men accompanying Rachel without looking at them. His head was hung low, resting on his propped up hands which were knotted together.

The three men bowed slightly before walking out, leaving them alone.

Rachel stood rooted to the ground, looking at her feet. She was dreading the silence more than her father's scolding.

”Why did you do it?” Liam finally spoke up after a couple of minutes. His voice was devoid of any emotion.

”I-I didn't have a choice. I'm sorry, Dad.” She muttered softly while apologizing for her actions. She knew no matter how much she apologized, she wouldn't be forgiven this time.

”Sorry? Is that all you have to say? Liam yelled at her. He stood up from his couch and walked up to her. ”What if those men weren't there to watch over her? Do you know the outcomes of that?” He questioned her, narrowing his eyes at her.

”I know my apology will change nothing, but I am really sorry. I wouldn't have done it if I had a choice.” She finally looked up.

”You always have a choice, Rachel. I don't know what was the reason, but you could have told me about it. Even Adam would have helped you if you would have come clean before him.” Liam added.

”I will apologise to the two of them.” She added while biting her lower lip.

”I'm glad that mother isn't here with us today to see you like this. If she was, she would have been ashamed of you.” Liam spoke and walked away towards the staircase which was leading to the first floor.

She remained rooted to the ground as her eyes began to rest up as his words resonated in her mind. She wouldn't have mind even if he had slapped her, but what he said hurt her to her core.

Liam stopped at the base of the staircase. ”You will leave the entertainment industry and go abroad. I will arrange a place for you to stay in until you have learned how to be a better human being. You can complete your degree their which you left in between and get yourself a job. Until you get one, I will send you a limited amount of money enough for your monthly expenses. You don't need to worry about your security because you will live there as someone else, not Rachel Nelson. Go and pack your belongings.” He spoke his words with absolute resolution, still facing his back towards her. His words didn't give her a room to argue over.

”Yes, Dad.” She muttered under her breath as a lone year escaped her eyes.

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