Chapter 15 Yet the ringing persisted , demanding attention again and again . Deep furrows formed between Justin's brows as he continued ignoring it . Then his screen lit up with a text : " Mr . Pittman , I'm having terrible stomach pains . Could you take me to the hospital ? " Emelia caught the message in her peripheral vision . A sharp pang shot through her chest before she scoffed coldly , " Your darling can't wait to see you . Don't keep her waiting . " " Emmy , I need to handle something . Wait for me at home . I'll explain everything when I get back ! " Justin blurted , already rushing toward the door , not daring to meet her eyes . Emelia watched as Justin's figure receded into the distance , her body swaying as if all her strength had been drained . She took a deep breath , trying to calm the surging emotions inside , yet her eyes still brimmed with unshed tears . She and Justin had known each other for over a decade , growing from awkward teenagers into adults together . Memories of their shared past flooded her mind . How could she possibly feel nothing ? But now , even their childhood bond seemed fragile against the weight of his betrayal . In the end , their history couldn't compete with the allure of someone new . Turning away , Emelia retreated to her room , pushing aside the hurt as she dialed her brother's number . Securing the deal with Joshua was now critical . Since Justin had failed to acquire the land , the Sutton family wouldn't miss this opportunity . Though Joshua's intentions remained unclear, even a fraction of the profits could elevate their family's status dramatically . The phone rang endlessly before Rhett Sutton finally answered , his voice barely audible , " Emmy … " Emelia immediately sensed trouble . " Rhett , what's wrong ? " " Emmy … Rom 3601 , Pines Hotel . Help me … "