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."

of this when she learns that you care

him. She gritted her teeth 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 you, and I believe you

are you so sure that

as

so. How could he say something like that? Isn't he getting married

was courting her flashed through her mind, and she suddenly

till now, Lucian was merely looking for a mother Estella would

might

turned cold

I 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,

said everything I need to say. If there's nothing else, I will

darkened. He reached out and

turned to look at him. She was about to speak up when an

toward the direction

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