Each of their words felt like a sharp knife piercing my heart. Despite my overwhelming disappointment, my eyes welled up. I looked at them and said hoarsely, "No wonder you never visited me once during my two years in prison.
"I thought you were just too busy to see me. But now I see you only saw me as a moneymaker. You kicked me to the curb without hesitation the moment I couldn't make money anymore."
I tilted my head back, fighting to hold back my tears. Then, I asked, "So you're all determined to kick me out today?"
"Yes!" Seamus replied without hesitation.
Melanie, James, and Greta all looked equally resolute. Clearly, there was no room for negotiation. I saw no trace of affection in their eyes.
I nodded, my heart completely broken. "Fine, as you wish. From today, we're done. And I hope you won't regret it!"
I finally saw them for what they were. These people I'd longed for during my two years in prison didn't deserve my sacrifices. The hundred million I had planned to share with them would now remain with me.
Without another word, I walked out the door, not looking back.