Chapter 205

Rowell reeled a bit under Natalia’s accusations and was unable to formulate a defense. Lena’s death had not been his intention. He had been fond of her, but he hadn’t loved her.

Not yet.

He was an count- with power, wealth, and women aplenty. Yet he was also the most impoverished, for he had never understood what love truly was.

As Natalia and Callum began to walk away, Rowell called after them. His voice was tinged with desperation. “Natalia, I… I can make amends.”

He had no shortage of women, but he had sincere intentions toward this child, who bore his bloodline. She was his daughter, a part of him, and deserved nothing but the best. She should never have been left to fend for herself. If other earls or dukes found out, he’d get so embarrassed. So when Natalia left with Callum, Rowell begged her to stay. He couldn’t bear the thought of a scandal.

Natalia, however, had no interest in understanding Rowell’s thoughts. She just wanted to get as far away from these people as possible.

“Cal, let’s go,” Natalia said, ignoring Rowell’s pleas and briskly heading for the car.

Seeing Natalia’s aversion to Rowell, Callum didn’t bother with niceties. He slipped into the car and drove off without a backward glance.

pang. This daughter he had just met was

Father?” Alice, who had been watching from the sidelines, finally spoke up.

she quickly released his

been spoiled to the core by your mother. You’re an embarrassment!” With that, Rowell stormed off, leaving Alice fuming but afraid to speak up. She hurriedly ran after Rowell, afraid that she

car was heavy. Natalia looked downcast, her face a picture

heart to see

it looked more like a

want to take

agreed, even though he knew they would run into

But he couldn’t bear to

wish to lay her

when do you plan to leave?

up. “I don’t want to leave my mom here any longer. It’s been over twenty years since she’s been home, and I want

Callum could only agree.

to book

a laugh. “Silly girl,

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