Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 787

"Alright, you two can argue all you want, but I'm not giving the kids to either of you. I'll take care of them myself!"

Whitney felt the burning stares of the other parents at the school gate, embarrassment painting her cheeks as she took her two kids by the hand, turned to the teacher with a sincere apology, "I'm really sorry, Miss Johnson, for the misunderstanding today. It's been a bit of a day. From now on, unless it's me or our nanny picking them up, please don't let the kids go with anyone else. I appreciate your understanding, and the kids will be back to school next week."

"Of course, Mrs. Crawford, I understand. Sammy and Danny are always welcome here." The teacher, catching a glimpse of the drama, realized this family had its complexities but seeing the three luxury cars parked nearby, she knew they were well-off and decided not to make things difficult.

Whitney had Cody scoop up the kids into the car before she hurriedly followed, eager to leave the chaos behind.

"Whitney!" Bryce had initially used picking up Sammy as an excuse to force Whitney to show up, hoping to coax her back home. Seeing her leave, he immediately followed.

"Whitney," Ludwik, not to be outdone, also called out.

However, his sharp gaze was fixed on the mask Whitney wore throughout the ordeal. "Whitney, why are you wearing that mask?"

Whitney paused, her hand on the car door.

Bryce's expression immediately stiffened.

cold... Both of you, don't follow. The kids need some peace, let's not upset them further,"

a second glance before

icy, "Ludwik, stay the hell away from Whitney, or I swear, I'll make you

"Finally showing your true colors, Bryce?

used my company to threaten me? Made it

long harbored a desire to end him, especially after the recent fallout with Whitney, he

lack of appeal. She'll never want you. No one desires the plains after seeing the mountains." With that, Ludwik stepped into

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kid; you shouldn't carry the weight of adult grievances. Follow your heart in who you want to be close to. Don't let my past burdens weigh you down." "I get it. But Mom, Bryce was partly right. Ludwik did so many wrong things to you, and I got swayed by his kindness in just a few days. He made breakfast for me and Danny, never missed a day, and seemed so capable... I feel ashamed for forgiving him so easily. I

to bear. Ludwik didn't intend to hurt us; he was kept in the dark by Elaine's schemes. He was at fault, yes, but also hurting. He did care for you and Danny before you were even born, he just couldn't accept the situation. Let's not live in resentment. If there's anyone to blame, let

What's wrong with having an extra dad? If he can spoil us, why not

eyes at Danny's simple logic, accusing him of betraying their mom's trust

guard, mumbled a defense, "Come on, I'm just a kid who wants everything -

why not?" The conversation, filled with mixed feelings of betrayal, acceptance, and childlike innocence,