Chapter 13 % I woke up with a pounding hangover but dragged myself out of bed to get ready .
Lordes leaving the hospital today , and I had to attend a launch party for a new Supreme Court project .
I moved quickly , and once I was ready , I headed straight to the car .
To the hospital , I told the driver .
I texted Matthew and Allan to cover for me , I am staying with Lorde today , determined to dig deeper into the damn poison .
I remembered telling Hestia about our sons condition , and getting no response .
She was still in the country , yet hadnt even tried to visit .
Was she really that cold ? That angry ?! I opened our chat , ready to fire off angry words at her until I saw the last message .
It wasnt about the poisoning .
It was me accusing her of planning to remarry right after our divorce .
Shit ! I cursed , slamming my palm against the back of the drivers seat .
} I wanted to hurl my phone out of frustration .
How could I lose control like that ? That message either pushed her farther away or fed her ego , making her think I was jealous , or worse , that I still wanted her .
I was in a sour mood by the time I entered Lordes hospital room .
It only eased a little when I saw my son sitting with slumped shoulders , staring into space while Beverly quietly packed his things .
I took a moment to calm my nerves before approaching him .
Yes , son .
I didnt bring your mother .
Im sorry , I wanted to lead with that .
But all I got was a cold stare .
Son … I called softly .

How are you feeling ? } Starving .
Weak .
The way he answered told me everything , he wasnt happy to see only me .
Starving meant he still wanted his mother .
He still hoped Id keep my promise .
Im sorry , son .
Your Mommy still- Its fine , he cut me off , already taking off his hospital robe .
I swallowed hard .
His coldness hit me like a slap .
If she really doesnt want to come back , then dont force her .
I wont ever need her , he said , his voice trembling as the words slipped from his lips .
Beverly quickly chimed in .
Thats right , love .
Besides , why would you need her when Aunt Beverly is always here for you , right ? } I expected him to answer her , but he just kept scowling .
I let out a sigh .
Tell me what you want to do today .
Do you want to eat somewhere ? How about we buy all the toys you want ? I offered , hoping to ease his disappointment .
Dad has all his time for you today .
> He looked at me with hopeful eyes .
For a moment , I felt like I could pull him out of the sadness he was drowning in because of her absence .
As many as I want ? he asked , trying to hide the small smile forming on his lips .

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Of course , Beverly answered before I could .
We can even visit a theme park .
Would you like that ? } I shot her a glare .
We didnt have time for that .
} Well try that tomorrow .
But for now , lets buy you all the toys you want , I said , stepping in and taking my sons hand .
He nodded quickly .
Why would I need Mommy when I have you and Aunt , right ? he said with a smile , but his eyes betrayed him.§ I could still see it , his craving for her attention , her presence .
Hestia was torturing our son , and I was starting to hate her more because of it .
& Thankfully , I had the day off .
I tried to make his day less miserable .
He seemed satisfied with the toys , clothes , and watches I bought him .
He didnt mention his mother again .
We have to go home now .
Dad has an important party to attend , I told him .
My son looked at me with wide eyes .
Can I come with you , Lucian ? Beverly asked while holding Lorde .
Dad , can I buy some jewelry ? Just once ? my son cut in .
I saw Beverly grimace at that .
I ignored it .
I didnt need anyone as a date tonight .

I could handle myself .
Sure , baby , I said , then looked at Beverly .
Stay with Lorde .
He needs to be taken care of .
She didnt get a chance to respond , my son was already pulling her along .
I followed them until they stopped at a high end boutique .
Rose gold earrings and bracelets , please , I heard Lorde say .
For a woman , young sir ? the staff asked .
Yes , of course , he answered proudly .
I watched from the doorway , hands in my pockets , wondering who he was buying for .
Beverly was smiling ear to ear , pointing at the jewelry displayed in front of him .
Would you buy something for me too ? I heard her ask .
My son said something in a low voice I didnt catch , but whatever it was made Beverlys face drop in disappointment .
Unwanted Subetinge Luna 10 10:38 AM He pointed at three pieces , and I paid for them .
He was happily swinging the paper bags containing the jewelry .
That was all he wanted to hold onto .
& Is that for you ? I asked him He shook his head and smirked .
For someone I love , he said with a shrug .
I stopped walking as the two of them continued toward the car .
I narrowed my eyes .
Was that for his mother ? N My jaw clenched.N Hestia … my son is still thinking about you , even after you ignored him .
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