The Breaking Point

Miriam's voice trembled as she asked, "So, it was really you who did it?" Her fingers clutched Roland's hand and trembled, too.

Roland stayed silent.

Miriam pointed at Roland and said, "You're so heartless. I went through so much trouble to raise you, and this is how you pay me back!"

Roland slowly pushed Miriam's hand away. He said, "Just act as if you never raised me." With that, he turned aroun