All Too Late

Chapter 329 Severing All Ties If You Do Not Apologize

Federick, too, thought Levi was being foolish, but he concluded that Levi must really like Gizem to thwart her from becoming Desi’s stepmother. Desi’s eyes rimmed with tears. “You are my mommy!” Gizem stroked her head without saying anything, and Madeline nodded from where she stood as Federick narrowed his eyes. “Levi, you had better apologize to her,” Gizem ordered. “No.” He turned his head away in refusal. “We’ll sever all ties if you don’t apologize to her.” She issued an ultimatum. He whipped his head back and mumbled an apology, “I’m sorry, Ms. Macari.” Desi grunted and held onto Gizem more tightly, burrowing her head deeper into Gizem’s embrace. Jealousy consumed Levi as he looked at both of them. Samuel strode into the room at that moment, not realizing that there was another person in the room, and Gizem could feel the beginnings of a headache.

Levi glanced at Samuel and smiled. “Mr. Macari, your daughter is pestering my girlfriend to be her stepmother.” He was hinting at Samuel to do something about Desi’s behavior. Federick snickered at Levi. He’s a grown man, but he’s actually snitching on a kid. Samuel walked over to Desi, who pouted piteously, “Daddy.” He knew she wanted a mommy, but Gizem wasn’t her mommy. “Come here, Desi.” Samuel lifted her in his arms and shot Levi a cold look. “I apologize for my daughter’s misbehavior. I’ll talk to her about it.” Desi looped her arms around Samuel’s neck, buried her face in his neck, and sobbed quietly.

Gizem saw Desi crying and fastened a disapproving look on Levi. He gave her a sheepish smile upon noticing her vexation. “Let’s go,” Federick suggested. He took Madeline’s hand and smiled gently. ”Shall we let Ms. Zabinski rest and visit her tomorrow?” “Sure.” Madeline nodded meekly and waved goodbye to Gizem. “See you.” Gizem bade her goodbye. “We should leave too,” Samuel said to Desi. The little girl gave a sorrowful nod and

eyes darting to Samuel, who looked as impassive as ever. He wasn’t looking at her; instead, his attention was fully focused on Desi. “We’ll see about that.” Gizem pursed her lips. “You have to promise me, or I won’t leave.” Desi refused to budge as if she was afraid Gizem wouldn’t stay at her house anymore. Embarrassment swamped Gizem. She wasn’t sure if Samuel would let her continue staying at Florinia Manor.“Be good, Desi. Dr. Zabinski is your doctor. She wouldn’t go anywhere,” Samuel cajoled. Desi was the most important person in his life. If

Gizem chose not to answer his question. “You won’t because you’re in love with another man. Even your master warned me to be mentally prepared if I want to pursue you.” His voice was hoarse with emotions. “You talked to Master about this?” She was bewildered. He stated solemnly, “Of course. He’s the closest to you. Who else would I talk to about this if not him?” Gizem heaved a sigh. “Gizem,

what your name is.” She pressed on. “You don’t even care about the person I used to be?” “Does that matter? I like you regardless of who you are,” he said meaningfully. “Thank you, Levi.” She flashed a rueful smile. “I don’t want you to thank me,” he said somewhat agitatedly, instantly realizing he shouldn’t be talking to her in this manner and regretting his attitude. “Think about what I said, Gizem, okay? Don’t reject me so quickly,” he pleaded. “All right,” she agreed wryly. Levi beamed. “I’ll stay here tonight to look after you.” “No need. That’s inappropriate,” Gizem promptly dismissed his suggestion. “What do you