Andrew continued his insults. "Weren't you the one who always thought you were better than everyone else? Even after we split, you couldn't help but go against me—jealous, bitter, convinced I didn't deserve to rise higher than you.

"And now? You come crawling to me on your knees. Don't you think that's pathetic? Disgraceful?"

Tears slid silently down Christina's face. She broke down in sobs, the pain in her chest unbearable. "I know… I know how worthless I am. I've lost my pride. I've lost m