Chapter 22

Sebastian and his sons didn't dare bother Eloise again. But that summer, they went to Regentwell Street every day just to catch a glimpse of her from a distance. That was enough for them. Eloise's days remained busy and fulfilling. All of her chain stores in Eidolen had opened and were running smoothly. As summer break came to an end, Eloise planned to return to Yarnell with Colin. Before leaving, she arranged to meet with Sebastian and his sons. She pushed a white envelope in front of Sebastian as she slowly said, "This is the child support for Benjamin and Elijah." Whatever faint hope the three of them still held vanished instantly. Sebastian opened it, seeing a bank card inside. Benjamin stared at the card, then suddenly stood up, saying angrily, "I don't want your money! If you don't want us anymore, then what's the point of pretending with this?" Elijah bit his lip. He was heaving, his eyes shimmered with unshed tears. "Dad can take care of us. We don't need your money. Ca