Chapter 66 Deceived By Her Façade

Clearly, Noelle's words were tempting, especially to a boy around Zayne's age. But as soon as he recalled what Lola told him, he scowled. "Hmph. I don't want your junk! I have plenty of racecar models already. "Ms. Perez, please throw that thing she brought straight into the trash." Lola pretended to hesitate. "Zayne, isn't that a bit much?" That only made him bristle like an angry cub. Sliding off the couch, he glared at Lola and shouted, "What's wrong with it? Dad said I shouldn't take anything from that woman. They're all filthy!" He snatched the gift box from Lola and hurled it to the floor, stomping on it until it was crushed and marked with footprints. Noelle's heart sank. She felt as though her heart had been shattered into a million pieces. She staggered back a few steps, and even her voice sounded unfamiliar to her. "Zayne… Do you really not want me as your mom anymore?" she asked, her voice sounding unfamiliar even to herself. Zayne's face twisted in disgust. "That'