Leaving The Country After Divorce

Chapter 1152

Roxanne shuddered in fright. “That’s enough!”

Lucian’s dangerous tone of voice terrified her

Nonetheless, he wasn’t about to let her off. “Wouldn’t becoming Essie’s mother make you feel more at ease?”

Her chest felt tight, and she had difficulty breathing upon his words.

This wasn’t the first time Lucian had asked her that question, but her answer remained the same.

This round was no different

She gritted her teeth and pulled away. “You’re overthinking things. I care for Essie because I feel bad for how much she relies on me. That’s it.”

Lucian closed in. “I wonder what Essie would think of this when she learns that you care for her only because you feel bad for her.”

and met his eyes. “I do like Essie, but that doesn’t mean I must become her mother. After all, I don’t intend on taking advantage of

are you so sure that

constricted as her

that’s so. How could he say something like that? Isn’t he getting married to Aubree

courting her flashed through her mind,

till now, Lucian was merely looking for a mother

might still be under

eyes turned cold at

don’t have the energy to care for one more child. I’m sure Ms Pearson will do a great job caring for Essie if you insist on finding a mother she would like, even

control. “I’ve said everything I need to say.

eyes darkened. He reached out and

turned to look at him. She was about to speak

toward the direction of

The next thing she knew, Aubree stormed out of