Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 4

Lillian’s heart shattered. This was the son she had carried for ten months, the child she had nearly died giving birth to.

He had inherited a heart condition and suffered from poor health due to being born prematurely. She had poured her days and nights into nursing him, ensuring he grew up safely. And now, he believed the lie. He called her a murderer.-

Lillian’s voice trembled. “Noah, I’m your mother.”

Noah started crying, his voice rising to a shout. “I don’t want you to be my mom! I don’t want the other kids to make fun of me for having a mom who’s been in jail!”

Lillian stumbled back, heartbroken. Only then did Noah peek out from behind Bella to look at her.

Bella immediately tried to smooth things over. “Lillian, he’s just a child. He doesn’t know what he’s saying. Please don’t take it to heart. Noah hasn’t seen you in two years, so he’s probably just a bit distant. Give it a few days for him to get used to you again. The bond between a mother and son is strong. He just needs a little time.”

Bella’s poised, magnanimous demeanor only made Lillian feel small and petty by comparison.

But... give it more time?

Lillian found it laughable. She was out of time.

Brandon quickly stepped in to soothe her. “Lillian, Bella’s right. Don’t hold it against a child. For the past two years, Noah has spent a lot of time with Bella. She's not only made huge contributions to the company, but she's also taken great care of the family and him.”

Lillian looked at Sebastian.

He had been there two years ago. From where he was standing, he should have had a clear view of Bella pushing her grandmother.

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