NovelEnglishRaymond was initially surprised by Ernest and Irene's change of heart, but he quickly composed himself, saying, "Please, share any conditions you have. I'm committed to accommodating them to the best of my ability." The news of Ernest and Irene's willingness to accept Asher's presence cas a great relief to Raymond.
Not only would it ease a significant burden, but it would also preempt any concerns about potential adversaries exploiting the situation in the future.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMeanwhile, Luna couldn't shake off a sense of unease. She found herself pondering what sort of conditions these two elders might propose.
Maintaining her composure, Irene directed her attention toward Luna. "I have just one condition," she stated calmly, "and that is for this woman to sever ties with the Shelbert family entirely, ensuring she never comes into contact with Asher again. Only then will I consider accepting Asher." Upon hearing Irene's ultimatum, Luna felt the blood drain from her face, and she struggled to maintain her composure.
In a flurry of emotions, she protested vehemently, "Absolutely not! I'm Asher's mother! I have every right to remain by his side. Who are you to dictate that I must leave?" Meanwhile, Raymond lapsed into a profound silence, his contemplation echoing loudly in the room.
Observing the tense exchange, Luna couldn't shake the feeling that something was awry.
Desperately, she grasped Raymond's arm, pleading, "Dad, please remember, I'm Asher's biological mother. He's still adapting to life within the Shelbert family! "If you insist on pushingaway, it could significantly impact his development and overall well-being, especially in such an unfamiliar environment! "Surely, you wouldn't want anything to jeopardize Asher's future, would you?" At that moment, Irene's voice cut through the air like a knife, her words sharp and calculated. "You don't need to concern yourself with Asher. We have arrangements in place to provide him with an outstanding education.
"He will flourish without any complications. Undoubtedly, he'll have a far more promising future growing up, without his biological mother's influence." "Indeed. Your presence here would only emphasize Asher's dubious legitimacy, especially considering your questionable status as his mother." "Shut your mouth, you old hag! Who are you to call my son illegitimate? Asher is my flesh and blood. Where I go, he goes. You won't forceout!" In that charged moment, Luna's realization struck her like a bolt of lightning-what was Jasmine really plotting? The sheer cruelty behind their plan to force her outstruck Luna deeply. If she were driven away, wouldn't little Asher be left at their mercy? Not to mention, Luna had deliberately returned to the Shelbert family with Asher, aiming to carve out a new path for herself.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIf she were to be expelled and Asher's future reshaped, what consequences would it hold for her? Indeed, Luna couldn't allow these individuals to separate her from Asher.
"Luna, that's enough. Who taught you to speak with such disrespect?" Raymond intervened sharply.
Witnessing Luna's frustration, Raymond couldn't help but draw a parallel to Jasmine's earlier impassioned plea-it was as if he were contrasting night with day.
Despite both being his daughters, Luna couldn't match Jasmine's character.
In Raymond's heart, the scale decisively tipped in Jasmine's favor.
Luna implored Raymond with her gaze as she pleaded, "Dad, you can't let them take Asher away fromHe's always relied on me, and I. understand him better than anyone else. Don't let the opinions of these outsiders sway you." "Outsiders? They're my in-laws, they're part of our family. Honestly, I understand where they're coming from It does appear that Asher has been excessively pampered by you. "Remember when he got expelled from kindergarten for that altercation? If you had disciplined him properly, perhaps this wouldn't have occurred." "That's because Mia's son started the fight. The Lanes were bullying Asher. How is that my fault?" In that instant Irene emitted a contemptuous snort. "You never seem to accept accountability for your actions, always eager to blothers. How can someone with your mindset possibly provide proper upbringing for a child?" S At that moment, Raymond acknowledged that Luna was truly unsuitable to be around Asher. She seemed like a volatile force, ready to erupt unpredictably.
Addressing Ernest and Irene, Raymond conceded, "Dad, Mom, I consent to the terms you proposed earlier. Please ensure Asher's well-being going forward."
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