Chapter 517

Caroline really had no choice at this point. Lucas had ended up in the hospital three times lately because of self-harm—each time sneaking off when no one was looking. No one could keep watch over him 24/7... Madeleine froze when she heard it, visibly shocked, and then fell silent. She understood that her godmother must've been really desperate to make this call. "I'll go see him after work tomorrow," she finally said. It was time she cleared things up with Lucas. Even though deep down, they both already knew how this would end. ... In the study. Kimberly looked at Dane and let out a quiet sigh. "I've heard Alicia's been bothering you again?" Dane tensed up. He knew about Kimberly and Alicia's history, knew the damage Alicia had done to both the Hale family and Kimberly personally. He'd always been afraid—afraid of being associated with Alicia, afraid Kimberly would hate him if he really was Alicia's son. He cherished the peace and warmth he had now more than anything. "Godmom… I can e