Chapter 689

Belinda's phone rang again, the sound sharp and insistent. She glanced at the screen and patted Tiffany's hand. "I need to take this," Belinda said, standing up. Tiffany stood, too, her eyes fixed on Belinda's back as she called, "Mom." That one word stopped Belinda in her tracks. Slowly, she turned, tears already streaming down her face. Tiffany stepped forward and wrapped her arms around her. "Mom, I forgive you. You're always my mom, no matter what." Belinda couldn't hold back the flood of emotions any longer and broke down. "Ronald told me everything about Melissa. I'm willing to forgive you. I hope it brings peace to both you and her and that she'll recover soon," Tiffany said. Belinda held her hand tightly, her vision blurred with tears. "Thank you, Tiff. Thank you so much. I wish you find happiness always!" Tiffany hummed in response. "What did you just say?" Ronald shot up from his chair, his eyes cold as they locked onto Belinda. Belinda remained seated on the couch,