In Love, Never Say Never

Summer ran over and hugged Jackson tightly. “Mr. Jackson, it’s good to see you again!”

Jackson smiled as he stroke Summer’s head gently while the lawyer beside him started speaking professionally, “Ms. Stovall, I come to represent Mr. Jackson to discuss your child’s custody.”

I turned my back against Summer and whispered, “Don’t say this in front of the kid.”

Then, I gave a gesture to Mrs. Eriksen, signaling her to bring Summer upstairs. After that, the three of us sat down in the living room.

Jackson sat right opposite of me, with his arms crossed. He had been avoiding my eyes since arrival, while his lawyer was the one who did all the talking. “Ms. Stovall, you and Mr. Jackson are not blood-related to Summer, and both of you were friends of the deceased Ms. Markle. Mr. Jackson thinks that since you are starting to focus on your own baby, it will affect Summer’s childhood. He hopes that you will voluntarily give up your custody, then there will be no need to bring this to the court.”

This lawyer seemed to be an experienced one, as he knew they would not find any actual negligence in how I treated Summer in terms of the law. The only possible way they could win this was going after the emotional aspect. Normally for custody cases, the judge would also fully consider the emotional condition of the guardian.

I cast Jackson a cold glance and responded to the lawyer. “I don’t know if Jackson has told you that I, too, am a law major, and I just passed the judicial examination recently. So you can save all your professional moves on me. I have the ability to take care of Summer alone. As for my own baby, Summer has always wanted company. Thus it would not affect her in any negative way. My love towards the two of them won’t be biased.”

As I noticed Jackson was still sitting there indifferently, as if all these had nothing to do with him, I started to get furious. I deliberately turned the topic against him. “Jackson also has his own child. Can he guarantee he will treat Summer with a fair share?”

Both of them were obviously well-prepared for my accusation, as they did not show any reaction to my words.

The lawyer glanced at Jackson as if he was getting the latter’s approval. Seeing that Jackson nodded his head, the lawyer turned to me again and spoke firmly, “The child of Ms. Alder that you mentioned is not actually the child of Mr. Jackson. And Mr. Jackson can guarantee that he will never have another child. So he will love the two kids with all his heart. Is there anything else?”

I was befuddled at what I heard. “How could this be?”

Jackson did not lift his head but said with a low voice, “It has nothing to do with you. All you need to know is that I will love Summer more than you do. I will not let her stay in the battlefield of the Fullers.”

This upheaval had caught me off guard. Jackson’s lawyer had clearly noticed my confusion and started firing a bunch of questions at me. “When Summer grows up and finds out that she looks different from her sibling, how would you answer her? And most importantly, you went through miscarriage twice, didn’t you? And you even got kidnapped! Mr. Jackson doubts that you and Mr. Fuller are fit to be parents.”

My head was in agony until the moment they left. Jackson’s lawyer was undoubtedly a good debater, while every one of his words pierced through my heart mercilessly. As a lawyer, he was doing a brilliant job. But as another human, he was way too mean. I understood law too well to know that the kidnap alone could alter the judge and the jury’s decision.

Jackson had a wife, and even though they were not really wealthy, they still would be able to provide Summer a decent life. Hence, I knew I stood no chance, even if we were financially better off. Compared to a luxurious but risky lifestyle, the judge would probably prefer a normal yet stable life for the child.

In love, never say never chapter 1177

For the entire day, I did not see Ashton. I then called Emery as my stressful emotion refused to subside. “It’s hard to believe that before I could become a lawyer, I had become a defendant. Such an irony.”

The second Emery heard that Summer might be taken away, she assured confidently, “That lawyer has nothing but a foul mouth. Anyone can stoop low and play dirty. Fret not. I promise no one would lay hands on Summer as long as I am here.”

After hanging up, I stared emotionlessly at the phone with a blank mind. On my way to Summer’s room, I suddenly had this strong feeling that I could lose her forever. At that moment, I felt as though a thousand needles were stabbing through my heart.

It was already 9 p.m., so I supposed Summer should be asleep. I opened her door as quietly as I could, only to hear her sweet and carefree voice echoing in the room.

“And also candies, please. Ms. Collins, please bring me these if you come over. Mommy never lets me have them!”

Ms. Collins? Which Ms. Collins is she talking to? Out of curiosity, I tiptoed my way towards Summer’s desk and saw her video-calling someone.

“Okay, I promise. Remember, this is a secret between us. Don’t tell anyone.”

My back stiffened the moment I recognized Stella’s voice coming from the computer. Since when is she so close with Summer that they are still chatting at this hour?

Feeling utterly displeased, I asked suddenly, “Summer, are you asleep?”

and jumped

by her cuteness, but I tried to put on a stern face. “Are you

notice her tensed body and her nervous

was difficult for me not to laugh at this scene. But instead, I gave a long sigh on purpose. “Alright, if you

and grabbed my hands tightly. “I love you, Mommy! Please don’t send me to Xavier’s house. I

against such a sweet kid? I patiently tucked

contact lists were none other than some close elders. Besides, she seldom used it except during special occasions, for which I would usually be the one to set up the video call for her. I had never expected she would use it on her own and even

face with her blanket, unwilling to answer my question. Judging from her stubborn behavior, I knew she liked Stella very much. Apparently, kids would do anything to protect

of course, I will want you to have more friends. But I am your closest friend, so we should not

after that, Summer started revealing everything

the only one available to babysit Summer. Stella was an expert around kids, so they became good friends in just one morning. At that time, she even created another

say

to how Summer was not the best at typing, the chat contained mostly voice messages. There wasn’t anything special, but I noticed that Stella had never said no to Summer. She would always fulfill

truly believed that every mother would understand why I was so agitated at that moment. Without a minute to waste, I immediately called Stella on WhatsApp, anger

Her tone of voice was soft and gentle, loaded with affection, “Summer, you want to chat

said coldly, not bothering to try hiding

fell silent for a second. When she spoke, there was a complete about-turn

I had brushed aside things regarding Stella as Ashton was quite satisfied with her performance. However, now that she had crossed the line and targeted Summer, it was pointless for me to show her an ounce of respect. Despite my displeasure towards her, I had to still handle the situation in a formal way. My voice became harsher than earlier as I spat out, “Please bear in mind that your job

wronged. “Mrs. Fuller, please believe me when I say I didn’t. Please don’t get me wrong; Summer is an adorable girl.

I interrupted her, “Did I say something wrong? If I’m not mistaken, Justin has been waiting for you. If you change your mind and decide to have your own family, Ashton

while before she said honestly, “I understand now, Mrs.

delete Summer’s contact and block her on WhatsApp after our conversation ends. That’s all for

chatroom and sent a message to

days. That was why Stella could easily get close with her. At Summer’s age, she should actually spend time with her peers. However, the Fullers’ lived in a single-family villa. It was separated from the neighbors. Whenever Ashton and I were busy, there was no one there to accompany Summer. It was high

advice. Emery, what’s the best school in K City? By the way, It’s better to look for one with good security.

to decide on the school before going to bed, but I fell

morning, Emery

a little too much. I fell asleep as soon as I got home. But anyway, I’ve found a suitable elementary school for Summer. If you’re not

ask for more. Without a second

us an elite school. Undoubtedly, the environment was good. The security measures were also in place. Besides, the children came from well-off families. After the visit, Summer and I both seemed satisfied with it. Hence, I firmed up Summer’s enrollment

never say

Emery took me and Summer shopping. Hunter’s performance appraisal for the professor was around the corner. Therefore, she was

quiet in the branded store we entered. While Emery was choosing the suit, Summer and I waited on

zoned out several times that day while staring blankly at the

in disdain with her pretty eyes. “Was I treating him badly

just rare to see

away the suit in her hand and took two steps forward towards me

emotions, so they were written all over her face. I

the fact that she hadn’t replied to my message the previous night. Emery’s alcohol tolerance was higher than most, and she always knew what she was doing. Besides, she was the one who always drank someone under the table. She seldom got drunk.

up halted her in her tracks for a while. Soon, she turned her back to me and pretended as if she was picking a suit. “What kind of question is that? There’s simply nothing you can do with those girls around Ashton, but not me. Don’t even think of getting off so easily if anyone

words held a sharp tone to them. After all, Emery was a member of the Moore family, a family who was

probably never going to happen between her and

turned around, her expression looked normal. Then, she walked towards me and sat down by my side. “I almost forgot to tell you this. I’ve sent someone to look into the custody of Summer. The subordinates are preparing an editorial for the manipulation of public opinion, and

me. My heart immediately sank when I