" I am a human being. I'm not an animal, Charles." Renata said. "I have feelings. I can fall in love with someone else."

…

Renata felt deeply upset.

There was utter despair on her face. "However, you ruined my relationship and snuffed out my happiness with your hands. You've destroyed me yet again, Charles.

"You must feel very proud of yourself, right? Well, I'll never be with you, even if I break up with Darrell."

Renata struggled to sit up. She told herself that she wouldn't spend the l