Chapter 539
Tarquin was taking a drag on his cigarette when he spotted Elysia approaching. Instinctively, he thought about stubbing it out. He knew Elysia hated the smell of smoke.
"Just smoke if it helps you relax," Elysia said. "I don't mind."
Tarquin glanced at her and crushed the cigarette under his shoe anyway.
"Alright, there's a point for Dad," the kids chimed in unison.
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didn't push it, though. His gesture of stubbing
Elysia stood opposite him, arms behind her back, leaning against a smaller tree. They chatted casually, both
and to this day, I have no idea where my real parents are, who they are, or even if they're alive. Ever since I can remember, my adoptive parents barely tolerated me. Scolding and physical punishment were the norm. I never knew what it was like to feel parental love. That's why I threw myself
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