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Broken Promises

Author: Titi Love
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-12 00:15:03

Soon, Lucian stopped his car in front of James’ psychiatric clinic.

As Lucian had made the call while he was on the way, James was already waiting at the door.

After getting out of the car, Lucian walked over to the other side to carry Estella, who was still crying.

Upon seeing his outstretched hands, she dodged to the side.

“Let me do it,” James offered as he stepped forward.

He reached out to Estella and said gently, “Essie, good girl. Let me carry you.”

Estella shook her head and choked out, “I want Ms. Jarvis…”

James couldn’t help but frown in confusion and glance at Lucian.

Lucian had mentioned that Estella wouldn’t stop crying on the phone earlier, but he did not get the chance to explain what had happened in detail.

Meeting James’ eyes, Lucian furrowed his brows and said, “Let’s talk inside.”

James gave him a nod before turning around to coax the girl again. “Ms. Jarvis will be here soon. Come with me first and let’s wait for her inside, all right?”

Estella stared at James dou
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