Chapter 120
Rachel’s eyes glimmered for a moment. She furrowed her brow and spoke up, Haynie, what’s the deal with that kid Marvin and Ms Cameron? I swear she’s treating Marvin better than her own son, Keen’s
Haynes hadn’t noticed Stella until Rachel mentioned it. He raised an eyebrow and looked over
Whatever Marvin had said must’ve been charming, because Stella gave him a warm smile and dabbed the corner of his mouth with a napkin
Marvin looked up at Stella with a beaming smile, his eyes filled with admiration and trust, as if she were his mother
This scene was like a dagger to Keen’s heart!!
Once upon a time, his mom had treated him that way. But now,
handly ver came home and acted like he didn’t exist
“Dad, since Mom’s got that other kid, does she not want me anymore?)
Before Haynes could respond, Rachel jumped in to reassure him. “Of course not! Ms. Cameron’s just temporanly fooled by that boy You’re her own flesh and blood; she’d never abandon you”
“She’s always taking his side” Keen snapped, his resentment toward Stella boiling over. “Whatever if she doesn’t care about me, then!
don’t need her either”
Rachel squeezed Keen’s little hand, speaking gently, “It’s okay. Even if Mom’s not around, Rachel will always be here for you.
Keen looked at Rachel with gratitude. “You’re the best, Rachel
Then, something seemed to dawn on him, and his eyes glassed over with tears.
“But… Rachel, you can only stay for another six months… After that, you won’t be here anymore 5
Rachel’s face fell!!
She’d almost forgotten about that. But she quickly collected herself, her eyes misting over tool
“I don’t want to leave you either, Keen. If I really have to go, who will take care of you?”
Keen threw his arms around Rachel. “I don’t want you to die! Please don’t die, Rachell
Haynes, watching them with a heavy heart, suddenly spoke up, “Jasper mentioned a friend of his knows a renowned doctor, a specialist If we can find him, he might be able to extend your time.”
Rachel’s eyes lit up with hope. “Really?”
“Yeah, but he’s not easy to track down. Jasper’s doing everything he can to find him. You’ll be the first to know if there’s any news”
Rachel sighed wistfully, “I just wish for a little more time to be with Keen. If I could see him grow up, I’d have no regrets.”
Haynes was silent for a few seconds before saying, “Don’t think like that. You’re going to be okay.”
ath spoke, they settled into their seats.
Keordered a kid’s meal. Glancing over at Stella, Keen said, “Rachel, I want a milkshake too.”
Rachel smiled, saying “Sure, whatever you want, Keen
But Haynes frowned and refused, “No way, you know you’re lactose intolerant. You can’t have that stuff.“}
Keen pouted, “Mom never lets me have anything fun, says it’s not good for kids. But she shares milkshakes with other kids… She’s just lying to me, trying to keep it all for herself.”
Rachel’s eyes sparkled with playful malice. “Oh Haynie, don’t be such a spoilsport,” she purred, looping her arm through his “Well get milkshakes – Keen can just have a taste. What’s the harm in one little sip7
Eyeing Stella again, Rochel added, “Besides…“).
