Chapter 1856

Matthew had been so selfish that he had never stopped to consider how Aaron felt. Ultimately, he had abandoned the young boy—a child who had once loved and respected him more than his own father. Ever since Matthew returned to Havenpoint, Aaron had kept his distance. He wasn't openly hostile, but there was a quiet, deliberate coldness in his eyes whenever they met. There was a sadness he tried to hide but couldn't. Matthew had seen it every time. Now, the weight of it all crushed him. He had no strength left to argue and no words to fight back. Because what could he even say? What could he possibly do to undo the damage he had caused? Matthew wanted to be with Willow forever. He had taken someone else's place, led her away from her family and friends, and hid her away in that secluded courtyard in Mapleshire. He had stripped her of everything—her past, her connections, and her life. Even if he once cared for her, in the end, he forgot her. Left with nothing but Mia, Willow