- 19.
I thought my harsh words would finally drive him away. But instead, he rented a house in town and stayed, bringing Lucas with him. They were used to a life of luxury. This small town would be a huge adjustment.
Every day, David and Lucas would come to
my door. I refused to see them. I continued
my work with Samuel, organizing workshops
and outreach programs. We wanted to
empower the people of this town, to help
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them build a better future. David and Lucas
would often attend these workshops. At first, David would confront me, try to pick fights
with Samuel. But I threatened to call the police, and he backed down.
One day, David rushed to me, frantic. Lucas was sick. My heart leaped into my throat. I followed him to their rented house. Inside, I found a bouquet of bellflowers and a gift. Lucas, perfectly healthy, stood silently by his father’s side, his eyes still longing for Amelia.
“Evelyn, I’m sorry. I lied. I just wanted to
apologize properly.” David knelt, holding the bellflowers. “Can you forgive me? Can we go
back to how things were?”
How things were? We’d been happy, yes. But
that happiness was built on lies.
く
“I told you, I can’t forgive you, David. Stop
these pointless gestures. Take Lucas and go.
This isn’t your home.”
“Anywhere with you is home.”
“No. Without me, you can be a family.” I swallowed the bitterness in my throat. “If Amelia can truly love Lucas, I’ll let him go. You can have your happy ending.” I couldn’t fight for a son who didn’t want me.
“Daddy, let’s go home. I miss Amelia.” Lucas
tugged at David’s leg.
David’s face paled. “There’s really no chance
you’ll forgive me?”
“No.”
