The Love that Never Really Dies

“How did Mommy end up like this?”

Matteo was shocked as he stared at his stranger of a mother.

Ian merely stayed silent.

It was obvious he was upset from the frown on his face.

Soon, Karl asked, “How are things on your side? Is Mr. Hayes fine?”

Sadness filled Sasha’s eyes at Karl’s inquiry.

“He’s not doing so good. It was like a switch in him had flipped. He wasn’t the Sebastian we knew anymore. I had Vivian come for a visit, hoping to awaken some of his memories to suppress his urge to kill.”

“Urge to kill?” Karl’s face paled at her words. “You mean Mr. Hayes has killed many?”

“Yes, he had already killed three of the Jadesons. In order to kill Charles, he induced a huge disturbance in the military base a few days ago. It almost tipped the federal’s political scene. Charles was beyond furious at him. If it wasn’t for me arriving in the nick of time, Sebastian might have been shot dead by him.”

Sasha didn’t keep any secrets from him and blurt out everything that happened.

Her heart was heavy with worry and lingering fears as she reiterated the happenings.

What would have happened if I were late by a second that day?

She didn’t dare to think of the consequences.

Karl’s face darkened.

that old man crazy? Why did he shoot Mr. Hayes?

deserved it, but we’re on his turf. If he doesn’t allow it, Sebastian can only follow his command.

“Damn!”

was overcome with

to say we might

in the capital city

couldn’t escape even when he was awake. So how could I, a

clenched his fist so tightly that his knuckles

let him touch Sebastian, and I’ll think of a way to treat his condition and bring

that is the case, I’ll remain here. It’s not easy for you to bring the kids around. I’ll find a place to stay

that decision

Sasha agreed.

headed

low in Jadeborough.

need

“Sure, Mommy.”

plushie and turned to give Sasha her full

cheeks. “So your dad is sick and might not recognize you. Can you call him Uncle Sebastian temporarily once

“Huh?”

excitement sparkling in Vivian’s eyes

as Uncle Sebastian

I

upset and wronged, Vivian

have happened to Daddy. Don’t make Mommy sad.” Her brothers’ urgent persuasion sounded from