Love You Enough to Leave You

Chapter 321 Unfaltering Longing

Oscar pursed his lips tightly as his expression hardened.

His silence only served as proof to Olivia that her life did not matter to him. Naturally, she was crestfallen. I’ve suffered all sorts of hardships to raise him and have pinned high hopes on him. Yet, I’m nowhere comparable to the woman he loves.

Indeed, Olivia had realistically depicted the knotty relationship between a mother-in-law and a daughter-in-law—whether a man should value his wife or his mother more.

Tears began rolling down her cheeks uncontrollably as she cried, “I’ve given birth to that rascal for nothing. To think I’ve given him the best of everything, yet I’m nothing compared to a woman. It used to be Cassie, and now it’s Amelia. It’s getting out of hand. He even has the intention to throw me aside for a woman who stole my precious grandson from me.”

At that point, Owen’s expression turned more grim.

“Oscar, are you still not going to apologize? Do you want your mom to get admitted into the hospital again?” he yelled.

Exasperated, Oscar glanced at Olivia and finally gave in. “Mom, I’m sorry.”

Olivia did not respond, leaning against Owen.

Right then, Isabella stood up and went over to sit beside Olivia. “Mrs. Clinton, Oscar is a filial son. If there’s anything, you two should sit down and talk it out nicely. Don’t be mad at Oscar anymore, or else it’ll hurt your relationship.”

The elder woman glanced at her, then stretched her hand out to give Isabella a few light pats on the back of her hand. “Isabella, I know you’re a nice and caring child. Fret not; I’ll be on your side.”

Isabella smiled. “Mrs. Clinton, I’m not here to cause an argument between you and Oscar. I’d feel uneasy if you two get into a conflict because of me.”

Olivia propped herself up from Owen’s embrace and held onto Isabella’s hand tightly. “Isabella, I know you’ve suffered a lot while staying beside Oscar. Don’t worry; I won’t let you suffer any injustice. But we aren’t in a great mood today. I think you should go home first in case we frighten you in any way.”

Isabella knew Olivia was trying to send her away with some random excuse.

After pondering over it, she smiled. “I shall return now then, Mrs. Clinton. I’ll visit you tomorrow if I’m free.”

“I’ll let the butler see you out.”

“Thank you, Mrs. Clinton.”

The moment Isabella left, Olivia’s face fell in displeasure as she uttered, “Let’s have dinner.”

“Mom, I still need to finish up some work, so I’ll skip dinner. You and Dad can go ahead.” Oscar rejected her straightforwardly.

Olivia pushed herself up from the sofa and came before him. “Oscar, are you intending to distance yourself from your dad and me too?”

Oscar was dumbfounded.

that’s not what

for you anymore. I

Olivia was trying to make peace with him, Oscar relaxed slightly and sat down at

down, Olivia requested the housekeepers to serve the dishes. Oscar stared at the table, finding it strikingly spacious since his beloved woman, who

took a one-eighty. She scooped some meat on Oscar’s plate and said, “Oscar, I know my attitude hasn’t been great toward you

his plate and her before lowering his head and

Olivia smiled. “That’s my

around and said, “Oscar, I won’t stop you from looking for Amelia anymore. Your dad has informed the police chief in the city, who has promised to contact every police station to keep a close eye on Amelia’s whereabouts. I believe they will find Tony soon, so there’s no need to worry about this matter. On the other hand, you should pay more attention to your love life. I think Isabella is a great lady. She’s not only pretty and has a good educational background, but she’s from a wealthy family too. Most importantly, she

Oscar immediately put down the fork in his hand and declared impassively, “Mom, I’m full. I’ll make my way upstairs

on Olivia’s

when you drive me mad?” she hissed

did not want to continue wasting his breath on that

don’t

me that you’ll get along well with Isabella. Both of you have a similar family background; I’m sure you

his temples throbbing

you get angry again. I’ll head to my room first. We’ll chat again when

too. Our family is in a mess now. Why don’t we just go

dining area, leaving Owen and

stole a glance at her father as she asked,

only sigh as he placed his fork down. “Eat by yourself, Stephanie. I’ll have a word with your

proceeded to walk away from the dining

room, Owen asked, “Olivia, you seem to

him and let out a sudden sigh. “I’m

an apology. I’m only worried that your health will go downhill if you can’t control your temper well. Besides, it’ll also damage your relationship with Oscar. Do

sigh. Exhaustion was written all over her face by

turn out this way either, but I can’t stop panicking whenever I think about Tony. All of you have been assuring me that you’ll find Tony soon, yet it’s been almost three months now. I’m getting extremely anxious, constantly worried about his wellbeing. I know Amelia wouldn’t mistreat him, but I can’t restrain myself from having those bad thoughts. The more I think about it, the more I can’t control my emotions. That’s why I needed an outlet to vent my frustrations. It’s not that I want to torment Oscar, but if not for his indulgence toward Amelia, she wouldn’t have taken Tony away from me. That’s why I-I…” Olivia held

forgive him for indirectly allowing Amelia to take Tony away. That was why she had constantly been taking

her

and kind. Stop pressurizing the younger ones anymore. Oscar isn’t living his life any better; can’t you tell that he’s gotten a

Olivia only kept quiet.

If you don’t like Amelia, we’ll ensure that she doesn’t get close to him. But for now, all you have to do is try to act like your old self.

it over, Olivia murmured, “I’ll try to control

nodded. Just like that, the couple embraced each other

work. Seemingly lost in the many thoughts that were racing through his mind, he looked momentarily disconcerted while waiting for his computer to start up, so

the door and walked