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Sabrina didn\u2019t truly absorb what Vanessa was saying. Instead, she directed her apology toward Vincent. \u201cVincent, I\u2019m so sorry. I failed to protect Vanessa properly.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
When Vincent\u2019s gaze shifted to Sabrina, the icy edge in his eyes softened considerably. He offered her a gentle smile. \u201cIt\u2019s alright. You\u2019ve never been a mother before, and you\u2019re already doing wonderfully. What happened today wasn\u2019t your fault.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa, still nestled in Sabrina\u2019s embrace, lifted her head and added her own defense, \u201cYeah, Sabrina has been amazing! It\u2019s those other people who don\u2019t know any better. And it\u2019s Mom\u2019s fault too. If she had come to the event with me, people wouldn\u2019t have talked about me like that.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even though Vanessa feared that Scarlett\u2019s love for her was fading, she couldn\u2019t shake the bitter jealousy she felt seeing Scarlett win an award with Clara.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her mom was clearly available, yet she hadn\u2019t chosen to accompany her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That fact alone fueled Vanessa\u2019s resentment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing both Vincent and Vanessa defending her so staunchly, Sabrina finally allowed herself to relax. She held Vanessa a little tighter and murmured softly, \u201cVanessa, I promise I\u2019ll learn how to take better care of you. Next time, I\u2019ll do a much better job.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Just then, Vincent interjected, \u201cYou\u2019ve already done more than enough. I\u2019ll arrange for someone else to look after Vanessa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina, having no children of her own, wasn\u2019t particularly keen on being a full-time caretaker. Since Vincent suggested it, she simply acquiesced, \u201cAlright then.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Internally, she felt a wave of relief, though she made sure her expression conveyed only disappointment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa, however, was having none of it. She pouted and protested to Vincent, \u201cDad, I don\u2019t want anyone else! I only want Sabrina. I can only sleep well when Sabrina is with me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s expression cooled. \u201cSabrina has her own life and responsibilities. I\u2019ll ask your grandma to come and take care of you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa\u2019s small face scrunched up in displeasure. \u201cI don want Grandma! She doesn\u2019t really like me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa had never felt much affection for her grandmother.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent wasn\u2019t inclined to negotiate and was about to in ist when Sabrina suddenly spoke up, \u201cVincent, please, let me continue taking care of Vanessa. I can manage it.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa immediately threw her arms around Sabrina. \u201cSabrina, you\u2019re the best! With you here, I don\u2019t even need Mom anymore. Hmph!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina stroked Vanessa\u2019s hair, her gaze filled with apparent warmth.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent turned to observe them, a flicker of unease crossing his features. \u201cThis might be asking too much of you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina offered a bright, reassuring smile. \u201cIt\u2019s really no rouble. Vanessa is such a wonderful child; I can\u2019t bear the thought of her being upset or alone.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Seeing her determination, Vincent reluctantly conceded \u201cAlright.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
As he glanced down, Vincent finally noticed Sabrina\u2019s injured finger, which was still bleeding.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had been so preoccupied with Vanessa earlier that he hadn\u2019t realized Sabrina hadn\u2019t even properly bandaged her hand.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The sight startled him. He leaned forward, gently taking her hand to examine it. \u201cWhy haven\u2019t you had this treated yet?\u201d he asked, his voice laced with concern.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina\u2019s eyes reddened slightly as she shook her head. was so busy looking for Vanessa, I didn\u2019t have time.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
This wasn\u2019t entirely true-she had briefly visited the nurse\u2019s office but decided against treatment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Letting Vincent see the injury now served her purpose better.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent grew visibly alarmed. \u201cI\u2019m taking you to the hospital right now,\u201d he stated firmly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After Sabrina\u2019s wound was treated at the hospital, Vincent brought them both back to Ravenshade Villa.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lily, seeing them return, hurried out to greet them. \u201cMr Stewart, Ms. Monroe, Ms. Stewart.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent instructed Lily, \u201cPrepare plain oatmeal for dinner tonight. Sabrina has injured her finger, so the food should be light, nothing too spicy or stimulating.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lily smiled and nodded. \u201cOf course.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once everyone was inside, Lily inquired, \u201cShall I prepare a separate dinner for you, Mr. Stewart?\u201d She recalled that Vincent wasn\u2019t particularly fond of oatmeal\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent thought for a moment. \u201cThat won\u2019t be necessary. I\u2019ll have the oatmeal as well.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lily understood instantly-he intended to share the meal with Sabrina.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Upstairs, Vincent suggested Sabrina rest in the guest room.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He then took Vanessa to the master bedroom and closed the door behind them.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa sat on the plush couch, puzzled by Vincent\u2019s serous demeanor.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDad, what is it?\u201d she asked.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent sat down facing her, taking her small hands in his. \u201cVanessa, I want to ask you a question,\u201d he began, his tone earnest.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa nodded, her expression attentive. \u201cOkay.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cBetween your Mom and Sabrina,\u201d Vincent asked, watching her face closely for any nuance in her reaction, \u201cwho do you like more?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa thought hard for a moment, her brow furrowed in concentration. Finally, she looked up at Vincent and answered, \u201cI like both Mom and Sabrina.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s brow furrowed slightly. \u201cBut if you absolutely ad to choose just one?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Vanessa was stumped. She lowered her head, staring at her lap. \u201cI don\u2019t know,\u201d she whispered.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even though she felt angry and resentful toward Scarlett, the idea of truly giving her up was unthinkable.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Yet, Sabrina was wonderful too-beautiful, glamorous, and being around her made Vanessa feel special and proud.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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