All too late for his love

Chapter 23

Willow’s heart sank. She never wanted Aaron to Imow about her illness, fearing it might affect his upcoming surgery.

she playfully pinched his cheek. “You heard what I said to Zayn just now, didn’t you?”

Seeing Aaron nod, Willow continued with a smile, “Silly, I was just lying to him. You watch dramas too, right? The ladies in dramas nowadays often play the victim. I wanted to try it to change his mind, but I falled ”

y?” Despite being smart for his age, Aaron was only three and a half years old after all. He didn’t understand the complexities that adults face.

“Really?”

Willow ruffled his hair. “Of course! Lying makes your nose grow long. I want to stay pretty, so no long noses for me. Don’t worry, Aaron. I’m very healthy. I still want to see you grow into a strong young man.”

picked up the car keys left on the table, and

was clearly mocking her. It was obvious that he had

But remembering that Aaron was still

suddenly became incredibly agitated. Like an angry little beast,

bullied my mom! You’re a

In the blink of an eye, Zayn’s wrist began

pull Aaron away, but Zayn acted faster. Before she

ground, she felt her heart ache intensely, as if

at Aaron. His disdain was evident

he left

“Aaron!”

seeping through the bandages around Aaron’s leg, Willow forgot about confronting Zayn. She scooped Aaron into her arms,

and it must really hurt. Beads of sweat formed on Aaron’s forehead, but he clenched his teeth to keep himself from crying out loud. He was afraid his beloved mother would feel

“Mom, don’t cry.”