The Abandoned Wife

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."

what Essie would think of this when she learns that you care for her only because you feel bad

his eyes. "I do like Essie, but that doesn't mean I must become her mother.

eyes darkened "How are you so sure that I

pupils constricted as

he's saying? If that's so. How could he say something

her when he was courting her

Lucian was merely looking

might still be under

turned cold

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 it is for

control. "I've said everything I need to say. If

out and

She was about to

toward the direction of the

stop behind hers. The next thing she knew, Aubree stormed out of the