Chapter 48

Once inside the study, Mr. Hayes glanced at Emilia. “Sit.” She sat down without a word. He handed her a document. “Ms. Hart, I won’t lie—your attempt to take Sebastian through legal means didn’t sit well with me. But I get it, you care about his future.” “Dominic told me you asked him for five million and two apartments. If you sign this paper, I’ll give you the money. From now on, you and Sebastian go your separate ways. Everyone lives their own life.” Emilia stayed silent for a moment, then gently pushed the document back. “Mr. Hayes, I don’t need money or houses. I just want to be there for Sebastian,” she said calmly. “I’m not here to take him from your family, but I won’t pretend he’s not my son.” “He’s mine. I carried him for over ten months. If it weren’t for him, I don’t think I would’ve made it this far. All I’m asking is to be allowed to stay with him until he turns five.” Mr. Hayes studied her with sharp eyes. “Do you even know your place?” “My place? You mean my past?” Emil