Chapter 503

Caroline frowned. "Maddy's just my goddaughter… and even if I am her godmom, I can't guilt her into doing this. You've heard what Lucas did to her before." "I'm sorry…" George lowered his head. "I didn't think it through… Caroline, please don't be mad." He knew deep down that asking her that was selfish. Caroline started to flare up, but seeing George looking like that, she held it back. He looked downright exhausted, eyes red, clearly hadn't been sleeping well. The last time she saw George like this… was over twenty years ago, when she lost their child. Back then, George stayed by her side day and night, wouldn't even let her pour herself a glass of water—scared out of his mind that she'd do something to herself. He had been just like this: drained, desperate, like he'd try anything. Silently sinking into the couch nearby, Caroline took her time before finally saying, "I'll try…" George blinked, surprised, and looked up at her. "Caroline…" "I said I'll try… I'll call Maddy. Whether sh