Before Kimberly could even say a word, Hertha set down her bowl and chopsticks, her gaze locking onto Alaric with a mix of seriousness and solemnity. "Alaric, some things in life aren't just about what you want. It's not that simple."

Alaric and Georgia already had a child together, and their families were entangled in mutual interests.

Alaric wasn't keen on marrying Georgia, but the Falconers were all for it, seeing Georgia as a pillar of support for Alaric's career.

If there were no child between Georgia and Alaric, Hertha could still deceive herself into believing that letting go of the past could open a door to a future with Alaric.

But now, Georgia's child wasn't just a reminder of Alaric's past but a tie to his entire future.

Hertha didn't want to spend her life tangled in such complications.

thought of future disputes gave

stance clear; there was no future for her and

charm fade away upon hearing Hertha's words. His usually flirtatious eyes now

weakened, "Hertha, won't you

overheard their conversation, understood the

time, Hertha wasn't exaggerating, nor was

Alaric's situation, Kimberly found herself unable to

upon hearing the discord between Hertha and Alaric.

to protest as Kimberly stood up, dragged her from the chair, and pushed her towards

door, Kimberly turned back to push Alaric, "Go on, both of you,

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