Chapter 488: Chapter 481: It’s Best You Don’t Meddle in Their Affairs
"I did this entirely for the sake of their happiness. You were all hiding this from Clara Grant because you were afraid she’d divorce Seth after finding out. But have you ever considered that the longer you kept it a secret, the harder it would become to explain?
Besides, if you kept it a secret, you’d all have to carry that burden. Wouldn’t that be exhausting? Especially for Seth. He has to face Clara Grant every moment, so he must have felt so unsettled. He didn’t dare to say anything, and neither did you, so I had to be the one to bring it all out into the open.
Telling the truth sooner rather than later is a form of relief. Haven’t you seen how, even though Seth is seriously injured, he seems so relaxed and happy now? And not only did Clara Grant not try to divorce him, but their relationship has actually gotten stronger. You can see all of this for yourself, ma’am."
At this, Autumn Shelby paused and let out a soft, forlorn sigh. "Ma’am, the best way to prevent misunderstandings from affecting a relationship is to clear them up quickly. Sometimes, hiding things seems like it’s for the best, but it really isn’t.
It’s just like what happened with Seth and me. I got sick and ran off to the U.S.A for treatment without telling him. I thought I was doing what was best for both of us, but what happened? The result of my secret was that he broke off our engagement, and now there’s no chance for us, ever!
Even though my illness is cured now and I can face him without hiding anything, what’s the point? We can never be husband and wife."
As she spoke, she looked at Sienna Hale, her eyes and voice filled with sincerity. "I truly didn’t want Clara Grant and Seth to have the same regrets, which is why I chose to do what I did. It was a bit of a gamble, I know, but the outcome was good in the end. Wasn’t it, ma’am?"
Sienna Hale stared at her for a long moment before asking hesitantly, "Are you telling the truth? You really didn’t do it just to break them up?"
Autumn Shelby gave a sad smile. "Ma’am, I knew when I did it that you would all misunderstand me. But that’s alright. Whether you believe me or not, I know my conscience is clear, and that’s all that matters.
As for you telling me not to visit Seth... I came secretly because I just couldn’t stop worrying about him. I really want to take care of him. Even if we can never be together again, we were together for so many years. I can let go of the fact that we can’t be husband and wife, but how could I just stop caring about him as a person?
So, I’m sorry, ma’am. I know I was wrong to disobey you and come here in secret. It’s okay if you’re angry with me, but please don’t ignore me. If even you turn your back on me, then what’s the point of me being alive? I might as well have not gotten treatment and just let myself die back then!"
After saying this, Autumn Shelby bit her lip gently, her eyes welling up with tears.
Hearing this, Sienna Hale sighed, her tone softening. "Autumn, don’t talk like that. Even without Seth, you still have your parents. Think of them. They should be your reason to live, your pillar of strength.
As much as I’d hoped you and Seth could get back together, you’ve seen it for yourself. He’s truly fallen for Clara Grant now. And you know Seth—once he’s made up his mind about something, it’s useless for me to insist.
We’ll let this incident go, but I hope that from now on, you’ll stay out of things between Seth and Clara Grant. Just let them handle their own affairs."
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