Chapter 148

Sebastian walked in quietly. He sat down at the edge of the bed, gently cupped his kids' cheeks and said in a low voice, "I wanted to remarry because Ryan needs someone to take care of him." Mrs. Richards' eyes filled with tears. She opened her mouth, then closed it again. She just couldn't figure out why Sebastian was holding everything in-why he wouldn't tell Elaria the truth about the accident, about his crushed arm, about Ryan's illness. If he had opened up, maybe they could've stayed a family, and Ryan wouldn't have to deal with a stepmother. The soft light cast a gentle hue on Sebastian's face. He looked calm, but deep down, he just didn't want Elaria to suffer anymore. She'd already been through so much. He once promised-to let her live the life she wanted. Mrs. Richards was still hoping to fix things, but Charles stopped her with a small shake of the head and a quiet sigh, "Let them figure it out themselves." The older couple slipped away quietly. The night was still. Just the