Chapter 0165 Judys POV I was about to protest that I couldnt just leave with him without others being suspicious .<\/p>\n
But before I could utter a single word , there was a knock on the door .<\/p>\n
My entire body tensed , and I felt my cheeks burning hot .<\/p>\n
Gavin didnt seem to be as worried because he backed away from me and then he winked .<\/p>\n
It made my checks burn even more and I wanted to jump in front of him to keep him from opening that door , but it was too late .<\/p>\n
He swung open the door , and my mother stood on the other side with wide eyes .<\/p>\n
She stared up at Gavin , her body trembling before her eyes found mine .<\/p>\n
Judy , sweetie , she breathed as she brushed past Gavin and entered the bathroom .<\/p>\n
Are you okay ? What happened to you ? Its okay , I rushed out , not wanting her to worry .<\/p>\n
okay .<\/p>\n
Gavin patched me up .<\/p>\n
Im good as new .<\/p>\n
I showed her my hand and she cradled it gently , tears filling her eyes .<\/p>\n
I knew my mother was aware of what was going on with me , but she was pretending that everything was okay , acting as if she wasnt seeing or hearing things through the grapevines .<\/p>\n
I couldnt blame her ; she was only doing all of this for my father .<\/p>\n
She wanted him out of prison desperately and she would do anything to make that happen .<\/p>\n
At one point , I would have done the same thing for Ethan .<\/p>\n
Im so sorry , she whispered .<\/p>\n
Its honestly okay , Mom , I reassured her .<\/p>\n
It was only an accident .<\/p>\n
It happens .<\/p>\n
I hated lying to her , but I didnt know what else to say to make her feel better .<\/p>\n
Gavins eyes darkened because he knew it was a lie ; he saw what had happened and he was furious on my behalf .<\/p>\n
I gave him a slight head shake as my mother threw her arms around me to hug me ; I didnt want him to reveal my lie .<\/p>\n
He sighed and folded his arms across his chest .<\/p>\n
I have a separate mansion in my pack , Gavin went on to say as my mother untangled herself from my arms .<\/p>\n
Its fully staffed and Im only there when I have business at the Northern Border .<\/p>\n
I want you both to live there .<\/p>\n
There are no stipulations .<\/p>\n
My mothers eyes widened as she stared up at him ; I was at a loss for words .<\/p>\n
He was offering my mother a way out as well .<\/p>\n
My heart swelled and tears filled my eyes .<\/p>\n
I expected my mother to jump at the opportunity right away , but when she said nothing , my heart began to grow heavy as I stared at her concerned face .<\/p>\n
Alpha , would you mind if I spoke to my daughter alone ? She asked him .<\/p>\n
He looked a bit taken aback as well as he met my eyes ; was just as confused .<\/p>\n
But he soon nodded .<\/p>\n
Of course , he told her .<\/p>\n
Take all the time you need .<\/p>\n
He gave me one last look before he turned and walked out of the bathroom .<\/p>\n
Hooked at my mother and she turned to me with a sad smile .<\/p>\n
Chapter 0165 Mom , whats going on ? I asked her .<\/p>\n
Firstly , can I ask you if something is going on between you and Gavin Landry ? She asked , raising her brows .<\/p>\n
I was shocked by her question , and I felt my cheeks burning .<\/p>\n
No , of course , theres not , I told her , lying once again .<\/p>\n
Why do you ask ? She shrugged .<\/p>\n
He seems to show you a lot of concern .<\/p>\n
I know youve been working in his pack as a tutor and thats how you know him \u2026 but he seems to treat you with a care that seems almost intimate .<\/p>\n
Nothing is going on , I said quickly , staring down at my hands .<\/p>\n
Is that why you wanted to talk to me ? No , she said , stepping closer to me and taking my hands in hers .<\/p>\n
I cant leave here Judy .<\/p>\n
I sucked in a sharp breath .<\/p>\n
What ? Why not ? I asked her , shaking my head , not wanting to believe her words .noveldrama<\/p>\n
She looked sad as she sighed .<\/p>\n
Because then we wont have the Cash family to help us , she murmured .<\/p>\n
They offered me money to do some housework for them .<\/p>\n
I get to live in one of their pristine guest rooms and eat with the family , but Ive been given basic chores .<\/p>\n
In return , they will give me a large sum of money thatll help pay off your fathers debt .<\/p>\n
I raised my eyebrows .<\/p>\n
They want you to be a maid ? I asked her , my lips pressing in a thin line .<\/p>\n
Ive seen firsthand how they treat their servants , and I didnt want my mother to be a part of that .<\/p>\n
My stomach twisted at the very thought , and I suddenly wasnt feeling too well .<\/p>\n
Not exactly , she told me .<\/p>\n
Its different because they still treat me like an old friend and a part of their family .<\/p>\n
I shook my head , tears filling my eyes .<\/p>\n
Mom , you cant be serious .<\/p>\n
Please , Alpha Landry is giving us a way out of here \u2026.<\/p>\n
Is he offering to pay your fathers debt ? She asked .<\/p>\n
Have you asked him ? I swallowed the lump in my throat ; I hadnt exactly told him about my fathers debt .<\/p>\n
Of course , he knew I was desperate for money from all those times Ive tried to seduce him before truly getting to know him \u2026 but I never told him of my family issues .<\/p>\n
I was a bit embarrassed about it if I were to be honest and I truly didnt want him to know about it .<\/p>\n
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