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.”

that doesn’t mean I must become her mother. After all, I don’t intend on

are you so sure

pupils constricted as her heart

he saying what I think he’s saying? If that’s so. How could he say something

to her when he was courting her flashed through her mind, and she suddenly thought of

Lucian was merely looking for a

Aubree might still be under consideration.

eyes turned cold at that thought.

already have Archie and Benny. I 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 if

everything I need to say.

eyes darkened. He reached out and grabbed her wrist

was about to speak up when an ear-piercing honk sounded.

turned toward the direction of

The next thing she knew,