Hailey shifted back while maintaining his gaze. She gave him a cautious look until her back hit the headboard and she couldn't move again.What the hell was he thinking? Why wouldn't he spill it out already? She was a mass of wrecking nerves right now. Kendrick was so confusing. If he was mad at her, he should say it and let her sleep peacefully. And if he wasn't mad at her he should stop creeping her out already. Then he finally moved. He released the comforter and pushed it aside before he moved forward. He kept moving forward until he was right before her. He was sitting too close to her, also leaning against the headboard.Hailey's heart ran into another mess of chaos. And she gulped. Th– This. W–What the hell was he trying to do? What was wrong with him? Sleep was far from her eyes at this moment. Kendrick was so close. He was too close, and her senses shouted danger. Maybe it was a bad idea to wake him. He hadn't been sleeping anyway. But hell, it was a bad idea to hover ov
She had expected something worse. And right now, did things go the way she wanted? "Hailey." Kendrick's voice brought her back to reality and she could feel his hand on her cheek. He tucked her hair to the side and fixed her eyes in a deep gaze. "I don't want you to go." He started. "They are going to take you somewhere, where you'll only be alone. Under strict supervision. They'll make sure you put to bed safely..."He left the remaining words hanging and sank into silence.And Hailey blinked. She blinked again and again. His words were too much to decipher in one breath. His parents wouldn't just separate them, they would take her somewhere? Alone? Under strict supervision? And make sure she put to bed safely? After that. What would happen after that? Were they going to let her go? Would they leave her alone and grant her her freedom? Was Kendrick going to leave her alone finally? If he had the power to stop his parents, he wouldn't be discussing this with her right? Hadn't he
Hailey never forgot it. It was always at the back of her mind. And now with his parents' sudden decision, it was now very clear. It was prominent in her mind. It was in fact the only thing she could think of. Her eyes remained on the window concealed by the curtains. The silhouette of the blue moon was out in the sky. Kendrick was right. It was too late into the night. But she wondered if he was also sleeping. Several minutes passed and she was still deep in her thoughts. Was he also asleep? She didn't wonder long because she felt his movements. Moments later, his arm was around her, his palm settling on her stomach. And she could feel his breath on her back. He wasn't sleeping. However, he didn't say a word. He didn't say anything and kept on hugging her. Did he think she was asleep? Hailey bit her lips and let out a sigh. This was strange. If he had the power to stop his parents, why was he giving her a choice now? Did he not want to argue with them? Or did he just want her to
None of the staff said a word, however, Hailey wouldn't be surprised if they broke down. It was obvious that didn't want to help her anymore. They were afraid she was going to burn another dish."Ma'am, maybe you should take some rest.""We'll help with the dishes, you don't have to worry about it." "Would you like to sit down for a while?""No, she doesn't need any rest." Kara strode toward them with both hands on her waist and she gave Hailey a pointed look. "She needs to go back home.""Kara?" Hailey exclaimed and her eyes swept past the four people. Even the staff seemed to agree with her words as they all nodded at the same time. "What is it, Hailey?" Kara looked annoyed. "Do you want to burn down the whole kitchen?" Hailey's eyes darted between them and she lowered her head. She didn't want to burn down the kitchen. She only wanted some distraction.Before she could form a reply, Kara grabbed her hand and pulled her out of the kitchen, toward the storeroom."You look so miser
"It was more than bad, Kara." Hailey stopped her in her words and buried her face in her hands. "It was something horrible. I am a bad person, It was not a mistake." She had been in her right senses when she did that. It wasn't a mistake. It was her foolishness."You're not bad, Hailey," Kara whispered. "Don't say things like that. You nice and you're—""No, I'm not." Hailey shook her head rapidly. At least she wasn't. She wasn't kind when she did that. "I wasn't kind when I poisoned him. I was the most selfish and evil—""Hailey." Kara pulled her back by holding her shoulders. "What are you talking about? Did you poison someone? When and where?" Her jaw dropped and she looked flabbergasted as if she had just been hit by a ton of bricks.Hailey sniffled and kept covering her face. "I poisoned Kendrick, okay? ... I know it was so wrong of me. But I did poison him and he was sent to the hospital twice." She sobbed out and dropped her hands to take in Kara's expression. And it was exact
Hailey had to clear her head and weigh the pros and cons. She couldn't just jump into a choice that would leave her in regret in the future. It was great that her sister was here. Both girls could brainstorm and come up with the best solution."Whatever you say, Hailey." Kara stared at her helplessly and she sauntered forward to join Chloe at her table. Hailey also walked forward and hugged her sister who was already on her feet and had walked toward her. "It's so good to see you, Sis." Chloe smiled. "I guess I'm lucky today. Didn't expect to meet you here."They both went to the chair and sat down. Chloe's eyes were fixed on her face. Hailey could read all the questions in her eyes. "You don't look great, Sister," Chloe said with a frown and her eyes darted to Kara. "Did anything happen? Did you just cry?" "Of course she did," Kara answered her question and rolled her eyes. Then she went on to narrate what she had told her in the storeroom while pinning her with a hard glare."K
Maybe and probably, everything was filled with what-ifs. Both options might just lead to a dead end for her.His parents' intentions were clear and easy to see. But she didn't understand Kendrick. She never understood him. What if he ended up snatching her baby from her? Would that be any different from his parents' plan?He would have his parents backing him up at that time and she would have no one. Even he was powerful enough to overthrow her. If his parents joined him then, she'd only be like a mouse in front of three giant lions. "You see why you need to be free as soon as possible." Chloe held her shoulder and said softly, "No matter what decision you make, Sis, you'll part with your baby in the end. It's better you warm up to that idea early, so you won't feel much pain when the time comes." Hailey's shoulders dropped and she cradled her stomach. None of them spoke anything after Chloe's last words. And she turned to Kara to see if she would say anything. Anything to contradi
This was like a life and death situation for her. Her baby was her priority and she felt weak and useless that she didn't have any power over this situation."Would you like to speak with Rob?" Chloe asked and she opened her bag and brought out her phone. "We'll ask for his advice and see what he has to say. He'll have the right words to make you calm down."Hailey's eyes fell on her sister's hand which held the phone. Speak with Rob? Now? Did she have to?She wasn't sure if that was going to calm her down. Hearing Rob's voice at this moment would only increase her anxiety. And that sense of guilt would return. She was already dealing with a lot of emotions. She was even ashamed of speaking with him. The last time he was here, she hadn't given an answer to his question. She had left him hanging. It had been hard to watch his expression as he left. "Thanks, Chloe." She smiled at her sister. "Maybe next time." "Oh." Chloe gave a disappointed sound and she dropped the phone back inside