Grace stared at the news . The famous artist Yesenia intentionally harmed and hired someone to commit murder . " Yesenia intruded into someone else's marriage without hesitation . " Overnight , Yesenia became infamous , a person everyone called for punishment . Her paintings plummeted in price , and the gallery had to pay a penalty for breach of contract in the auction , perhaps even facing criminal liability . Watching the news , Grace suddenly became extremely sober , despite the crazed expression on the woman's face . She used to hate Yesenia , and Yesenia indeed deserved to be hated . But there was still one instigator , hidden in the background , it was Antonio allowing Yesenia to harm her , so that he would lose his beloved grandmother and Talia . He always did this , leaving himself completely clean , as if he were incredibly innocent . Thinking about her moment of weakness in the pouring rain , she couldn't help but despise herself . How could she jus- tify herself to her late grandmother and daughter ? At that moment , the door of the ward was gently pushed open , and Zackery walked in . He held a bunch of freshly picked wild roses in his hand , and the refreshing scent of flowers instantly filled the small ward . Grace brushed away the thoughts in her eyes and took the flowers . " Very beautiful , thank you , brother . " " No need to be polite . " Looking at the gentle Grace in front of him , an indescribable emotion surged in his heart . At first , I only felt sorry for her , but later on , I realized that as long as I was with her , I could feel endless warmth . Up until now … Zackery hesitated for a long time as he looked at Grace . " Grace … " Grace's body trembled unconsciously , and sadness filled her eyes . 0.09 % 10:59 Chapter 18 He knew he couldn't hide it from Zackery , he was so observant . Zackery let out a sigh . " Would you forgive him ? " " He had already avenged the person who hurt you . " " The person who could make you so desperate must have been someone you loved very much . " Grace's eyes were filled with sadness . " No , because he was the instigator . " " I gave him countless opportunities , and every time he ruined them with his own hands . " " Until now , no matter what he did , Grandma and Talia would not come back anymore . " Zackery's tightly clenched hand loosened . " Can I take care of you in the future ? " " I wasn't forcing you , I just didn't want to miss out on someone who was already wonderful . " Zackery's voice was gentle and sincere , he knew he wanted to protect her . Grace could only smile helplessly , having gone through Antonio , she could no longer fully trust another man . She let out a gentle sigh . " Zackery , you were a great person . I am really grateful for having you during this time . " " Just … " A hint of disappointment flashed in Zackery's eyes , but he quickly regained his composure . " It's okay , I know that feelings cannot be forced , I just don't want to have any regrets for myself . " Anyway , I hope you were happy . " The past is not your fault , don't torture yourself with memories . " 288 Wouchers Grace's breath hitched , memories were a blunt knife that had already tortured her , leaving her body covered in wounds . The world is so big , but the ones she loved and the ones who loved her have all left forever . She also wants to start a new life , but every day and night , she is tormented . The most despairing thing was that no matter what she said or did , her grandmother and Talia would never come back again . Zackery handed over the tissue with some concern . 44.6 % 10:59 Chapter 18 He wanted to give her a hug , to give her some comfort , but he knew that he couldn't touch the wounds in her heart . Grace sorted out her emotions and pleaded with Zackery . TYMUNITYD " Hey , can you do me a favor , bro ? I don't want Antonio to know that I have regained my memory yet . I want to have some more time to myself . " Zackery nodded . He would always respect her and always stand by her side .