Love Unspoken

Chapter 1320

She was barely hanging on right now, so who had time to cry over spilled milk? No matter how pissed or bitter she felt, she was stuck.

"Walter, I ain't asking for much. Just, for the love we once had, take care of Peanut. Let him be a normal kid if you can. I know you got beef with my family. If you do this, I'll give you my life," Freya begged. Walter's eyes landed on Peanut. The kid was clutching Freya's hand like a lifeline, staring up at Walter with a blank look.

After a beat, Walter sighed.

He motioned to Peanut, saying, "Come here, kid."

Freya's eyes lit up, and she quickly nudged Peanut towards him, but the kid wouldn't let go of her hand.

She crouched down, gently ruffling his hair. "Peanut, go with this uncle, okay? He won't let you go hungry and he'll take good care of you."

Peanut didn't seem to get it, still clinging to her.

a deep breath, pried his fingers off, and practically

He's been through more than enough. Please, don't send him back to the orphanage. He'll get bullied there," Freya

I'm not a saint. I can take him, but that's it.

but his words hit Freya like a

in disbelief. She knew he could be cold,

I don't owe you anything. Dumb choices have consequences. You're just paying for yours, so don't pin it on me. I'm taking Peanut. Take care

Freya stood there, frozen.

said felt like

kid

back. His eyes reflected the thin figure in the room, like he wanted to burn

cops outside.

a second stint

coming out with Peanut. She glanced at Walter's face but

looked back