Love You Enough to Leave You

Chapter 282 Temporary Separation

Owen glared at his son before turning to address Amelia. “Although Olivia and I truly disagree with the divorce, we won’t interfere too much if you insist on it, Amelia. However, bear in mind that we will never let you take Tony away. You won’t lose out on the compensation, but you can never visit Tony in the future.”

Amelia widened her eyes in disbelief. Never would she have expected Owen to utter such heartless words. His views were so similar to Olivia’s that she could not help but doubt that their previous love toward her had all been an act.

“Dad,” said Oscar as he frowned.

Glaring at his son with an air of authority, Owen said, “I understand that the decision to divorce is up to both of you, Oscar. But as I’ve mentioned, although I won’t interfere with that matter, we must have Tony’s custody.”

Upon hearing that, Amelia stood up from the sofa abruptly. While enduring the uneasiness within her, she said with a serious tone, “I gave birth to Tony after much difficulty, Dad. He’s everything to me. I can ignore what Stephanie did to me, but I can’t allow Tony to remain in this family. She hired someone to hit me with a car when I was still pregnant. No one can tell if she’ll hold a grudge against Tony and harm him. I don’t trust her because of that. Even if I get divorced, I must take Tony away. I can leave this family without a single cent, but I must have him. This is my bottom line.”

Stephanie, who was initially gloating within, stood up as well upon hearing that the conversation had shifted toward her. She pointed at Amelia as she exclaimed, “Stop accusing me, Amelia. I was in a bad state of mind back then and committed this unforgivable mistake. But I’ve already apologized and was reprimanded by Oscar. I’ve also realized my mistake. Despite that, you still bring it up and insinuate that I’m a bad person. What are your intentions exactly?”

Amelia merely cast an icy gaze at her in response.

“Dad, Mom, Tony is still young. He should go with his mother. Even if I divorced Oscar, you can come and see him at any time. I won’t cut off your connection with him. I have nothing left after the divorce. Should I give Tony up, there’ll be nothing left in my life to look forward to. If you still think of me as your daughter-in-law, please give me custody over him. I don’t want anything else,” said Amelia sincerely as she gave Olivia and Owen a solemn bow.

Olivia pursed her lips. Although her heart ached for Amelia, she did not wish to compromise on Tony’s custody.

On the other hand, Stephanie scoffed. “Stop pretending to look pitiful, Amelia. Didn’t you marry Oscar because of the money and status of the Clinton family? Now you’re putting on such a show of righteousness. Everyone knows that Tony is the first grandchild of this family and our future heir. Aren’t you holding onto Tony now so that you’ll become the righteous lady of the house once he has inherited this household? Do you think that we’re all blind toward your schemes?”

Stephanie’s accusations made Amelia feel rather stressed.

Oscar tossed a glare toward his sister, warning her to watch her words as he brought Amelia back to sit on the sofa.

“Are you tired?” he gently inquired.

Amelia shook her head.

her brother’s stare, Stephanie continued imprudently, “Aren’t you getting a divorce? And you’re still lying in his arms pretending to look pitiful. Can you mean what you say

she was overwhelmed

removed herself from his embrace and put some

displeasure as he shot

in his eyes, Stephanie did not

his parents. Don’t get a

reminding her about the fact that not only would she lose custody over Tony after leaving the Clinton residence, but she also would never have the opportunity to visit

very moment, the woman who had always been gentle and kind toward her seemed loathsome. I always thought that she understood and truly cared about me. Nevertheless, she’s so merciless on matters of principle to the point that

much Olivia expressed her concern and repeatedly said that she treated her like her daughter, she would

nothing

Amelia had the impression that she was holding onto a piece of wood while drifting away from the rough waves in the ocean. She felt as though she would

she was a lone soldier. The only person whom she could rely upon could

saying solemnly, “I’m sorry, Mom.

that you’ll think twice about your decision. It’s not that terrible for a man to make mistakes occasionally as long as he has his family in his heart. However, it’s wrong of you to be to think too much of it. As the daughter-in-law of a prominent family who is granted wealth and status, it’s normal to feel wronged every once in a while. Weren’t you mentally prepared for this

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difference in status between Oscar and me. Hence, the grievances I’ve suffered were naturally kept away from outsiders. I married into this family with an ulterior motive, so it’s only right for me to suffer in silence. I can’t tell anyone as they’ll merely think that I’m being melodramatic.

hugged Amelia by the shoulder as he said, “I was the one who brought up the divorce first, Mom. It has nothing to do with Amelia. I have let her down, so blame it

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protecting her and not letting her stand alone in the eye of the storm to endure the criticisms and beratement of the Clintons. At that moment, she truly felt that she had loved the right

warmth to her gradually frozen heart. She felt that she was no

jealous glare as she exclaimed, “Everyone knows about your feelings for this woman, Oscar. Only a fool would believe that

an arm around Amelia’s shoulder. “Dad, Mom, I’m bringing Amelia upstairs to check on Tony. We can discuss this matter

there!” shouted

in his tracks. “Is there anything