"My mind is made up, Mom. You can't convince me otherwise."

Clarence's gaze then fell on Neil's haggard face.

The man who raised him suddenly felt so distant. "I've never asked you for anything, Dad, but today, I hope you can do me one favor. I hope that you will stop making things difficult for Ms. Amelia. Don't make Steven break up with Ms. Amelia. They love each other. I firmly believe Steve will not meet a better girl than Ms. Amelia."

Steven and Amelia stood before Neil, their fingers interlocking. The look in their eyes held affection for each other.

Chelsea could not stop bawling her eyes out after what Clarence said.

Overwhelmed with emotions, Neil asked hoarsely, "Are you threatening me with resignation, Clarence?"

"If that's what you think, so be it." Clarence grinned helplessly.

Then came a commotion outside the ward, and a knocking ensued.

to the entrance, Steven went to

stood two men in uniform. Steven lowered his gaze and read

Hunter Lovett

sound of a stern

to the side and gave way

grimly. Noticing Neil, the pair were

honorable reputation as a judge was known to the legal crowd. The younger colleagues saw him as an inspiration. "Please come with us, Mr. Hunter Lovett." The inspectors addressed Hunter formally

short, not dwelling on the matter to avoid any

Hunter, his lips quivering,

inspectors

Neil furrowed his brows, unable to reel in from the devastating blow. There was no need to get Hunter's side

lying to his parents. Besides, the inspectors would not make

most

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