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Unspoken Guilt: Navigating Trust and Consequences

After Archie found Estella, he summoned Benny. “Let’s head inside and listen to what Mommy is talking about with Mr. Damaris.”Upon hearing that suggestion, the other two agreed.They opened the door carefully and saw Roxanne sitting on the single-seat couch and chatting with Jack. Both adults had a smile on their faces.The alarm bells in the children’s minds rang loudly the instant they noticed the faint smile on Roxanne’s face.Estella acted against her usual behavior and sprinted straight to Roxanne’s side.“Essie?” It was only then Roxanne noticed the children had returned.Jack gave Roxanne and Estella the once-over and said half-intentionally, “I can see the resemblance even clearer like this.”That sent Roxanne into a panic.Innocently, Estella asked Roxanne, “What resemblance, Ms. Jarvis?”Roxanne patted her head, shot a look at Jack, and said, “It’s nothing. It’s just a random comment from Mr. Damaris.” Then she stood up and faced Jack. “Is there anything else, Mr. Damaris?
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A Lesson in Understanding: Roxanne's Dilemma

“It’s our fault, Mommy. We didn’t keep a close eye on Essie.” The boys had already guessed the truth when their mother questioned them. Even though Estella had admitted to the offense, they still wanted to take the blame for her mistake.Roxanne did not know what to say as she watched the three of them protect each other.I would’ve been contended to see them caring for each other in another situation, but they’re covering for each other at the wrong time now. What do I do… Moments later, she suppressed her emotions and placed Estella on her thighs. “Tell me the truth, Essie. Did you do this by yourself or with the boys?”As Estella had learned that Roxanne disliked dishonest children, she, of course, wasn’t going to lie.Besides, she never wanted to drag the brothers down with her either.“I-I did it by myself…” she choked out.Roxanne nodded and wiped the girl’s tears away. “Why did you do it?”Even though the girl was crying intensely, she still answered the question, “Because I d
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Unraveling Ties: Roxanne's Dilemma with Lucian

Roxanne felt extremely uncomfortable under Lucian’s penetrating gaze despite her valiant attempts to ignore him. When she heard his answer, she heaved a silent sigh of relief and put her fork down.“Let’s talk upstairs.”Turning to the children, she instructed, “Finish your lunch before you go off to play.”Archie and Benny nodded vigorously.Roxanne rose to her feet and shot Lucian a look. Getting her hint, he complied by getting up and following her up the stairs.They both came to a stop at the balcony on the second floor, one after another.Roxanne said nothing as she was wondering how she should start the conversation.Even after Estella had admitted to her mistake and apologized, she still couldn’t believe that the little girl was capable of committing such an action.Naturally, Lucian would not believe her, as he loved Estella dearly.If she were to reveal the truth bluntly, Lucian would most probably think she was trying to blame Estella for something the little girl didn’t d
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Turbulent Ties: Roxanne's Struggle with Lucian

“No longer related?” The sarcasm in Lucian’s eyes intensified. “This is all wishful thinking on your part.” Roxanne’s frown deepened. I’m stating the facts! Why is that wishful thinking? It was Lucian who used me all the while, and now he’s with Aubree. How are we related to each other now?As though reading her mind, Lucian said icily, “You may be right, but do you think Essie will give up on you when you treat her this well?”Roxanne was left speechless.Lucian concluded, “You are responsible for giving her false hope, which led to her committing that act, and you don’t even know that.”Hearing that, Roxanne couldn’t stop doubting herself.He’s right. I keep saying I want to sever ties with him, but when Essie cries, I can’t help but feel guilty and give in and shower my love on her. When she’s around, Lucian and I will inevitably have to interact. According to Lucian, Essie committed that act because of me…A while later, Roxanne finally found her voice. “If that’s the case, I’ll
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Broken Bonds: Roxanne's Dilemma and Lucian's Decision

“Why are you upset? Did I say something wrong?” Roxanne forced herself to stay calm and looked at him.She did want to break off ties with the Farwell family, but this wasn’t how she expected it to happen.If I do nothing to stop him from bringing Essie away, no one knows what he’ll tell her back home.Seeing that she didn’t seem to know her mistake, Lucian frowned angrily. “How are you wrong? Didn’t Essie make it clear? It was my fault.”With that, he turned to leave.Roxanne gritted her teeth.It was obvious he said that out of anger, so she couldn’t let him leave in this state.Lucian was already downstairs when Roxanne finally made up her mind. She quickened her steps and grabbed his sleeves.As she approached, Estella’s cries grew quieter.Lucian glanced at her hand gripping his sleeve with his dark and inscrutable gaze.I wonder what she will say.Roxanne’s instincts acted faster than her mind. She stopped him but could not find the words to make him stay.“If you have nothing
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Strained Bonds: Estella's Determination and Lucian's Decision

Upon hearing her father’s words, Estella pursed her lips tightly as she desperately held back her tears. I can’t cry! If Daddy and Ms. Jarvis have fallen out with each other, I will definitely not be able to see her anymore. It’s up to me alone to help them reconcile.In that instant, Estella remembered the boys’ advice to her—strive to grow stronger.Throughout the journey home, Estella did not shed a single tear.When Lucian carried her out of the car upon their arrival, he was surprised by the look on her face.Despite looking as if she would burst into tears any second, she was tenaciously holding them back.Lucian wondered what had caused such a big change in her.When he tried to hold her hand, expecting her to refuse, Estella obediently let him hold it.Filled with complicated emotions, Lucian led Estella back into the mansion.The moment they entered, they saw Sonya, whose face was contorted, seated on the couch.“If you had come back any later, I would’ve gone to pick Essie
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Testing Loyalties: Estella's Dilemma and Aubree's Intentions

Catalina didn’t close the door when she went down. Aubree saw Lucian standing in his study upon making her way up. “Lucian, I’m here.”Aubree entered after knocking on the door.Inside the study, Lucian had already heard her footsteps, but he only turned around upon hearing her voice.By then, Aubree had already put on a gentle smile on her face.Even though he had decided to accept her, Lucian still couldn’t help but feel that something wasn’t right every time he saw her. He remained silent for a long while.Aubree didn’t dare enter the study on her own accord. All she could do was repeat herself, “Is there something you want to see me for?”Jolted back to his senses, Lucian suppressed his inner thoughts as he replied in a deep voice, “Come in and have a seat.”Pursing her lips into a smile, Aubree walked in and settled down on the couch in the center of the room.Lucian sat down in an armchair with a conflicted look in his eyes. He could still feel the hesitance in his heart.In th
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Strained Bonds: Aubree's Gamble and Estella's Resistance

Estella shook her head repeatedly with a helpless expression. Just as she was at a loss about what to do, she heard Lucian’s firm footsteps approaching.Immediately, her eyes lit up. She darted past Aubree and sought refuge in Lucian, wrapping her small arms around his thigh.Lucian looked down at the child clinging to him and thought of Aubree’s apologetic words earlier.“It won’t take just one night for Essie to forgive you, so there’s no need for you to resort to such desperate measures,” he uttered while staring grimly at Aubree, who was still crouching on the floor.In response, Aubree pretended to smile bitterly. She said in dejection, “I’m sorry. I was impatient again. I’m just—”Before she could finish her words, Lucian cut her off, “It’s getting late. Come downstairs and have dinner with us.”Aubree paused and looked in Lucian’s direction in disbelief.By then, he was already heading downstairs hand in hand with Estella.For a while, Aubree stared at their figures from the b
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Struggling Bonds: Aubree's Tactics and Estella's Resistance

Frieda did not dare to ask any more questions after that. The next morning, she invited a psychologist over.“He’s the best psychologist in our hospital. You can ask him anything.”The tall skinny man beside Frieda politely greeted Aubree, “Greetings, Ms. Pearson.”Aubree inclined her head. “Let’s talk upstairs.”With that, she led Frieda and the psychologist to the study on the second floor.Frieda followed her in confusion.She had thought that Aubree had something secretive and personal.However, the way Aubree was acting clearly meant that she did not mind Frieda listening in to her matter.“What’s going on exactly, Aubree?”Aubree did not answer her right away.Only after entering the study did Aubree turn around to ask the psychologist, “How do I interact with a child with autism? How can I make her like me faster?”Those words made Frieda realize what was going on. “Are you talking about Estella?”Aubree nodded in confirmation, but her gaze was still fixed on the psychologist.
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Crossroads of Choices: Lucian's Dilemma and Jonathan's Insight

Lucian had wanted to go back to eat with Estella. Estella had been in a bad mood ever since Aubree came by the day before, and Lucian was afraid that she would go back to how she used to be.However, in the afternoon, Jonathan abruptly called.As it turned out, Jonathan had heard about his and Roxanne’s matter from somewhere, and that was why he made the call.Instantly, Lucian’s mood soured, and he ended up inviting Jonathan out for a drink that night.At night, Lucian, who was wearing a dress shirt and had his jacket draped on his arm, strode out of the first floor of the Farwell Group office building.Right as he walked out of the entrance, he heard the sound of a car honking.He turned around and spotted Jonathan’s car, which was parked right in front of the building.Lucian lifted a brow and walked over.“Didn’t we agree to meet at the club? Why are you here?”Jonathan wound down the window and winked at him. “How can I let a crestfallen man drive? I’m your buddy, and I’ll be yo
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