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Damian, likely sensing her discomfort, spoke up in an effort to divert her, \u201cWould you like to meet my mother?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett was taken aback. \u201cWhat?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Keeping his gaze politely averted, he continued, \u201cShe\u2019s a wonderful person. She\u2019s been wanting to meet you for a while now.\u201d While he said this partly to ease the awkward moment, the sentiment was genuine.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once she finished, Scarlett quickly adjusted her clothing, flushed the toilet, and said softly, \u201cI don\u2019t think it\u2019s appropriate for me to meet her.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian finally turned to look at her, a broad smile spreading across his face. \u201cYou\u2019ll have to meet her eventually anyway.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing how serious he seemed, Scarlett frowned. \u201cBut I never considered that.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe day will come,\u201d Damian said, his smile persistent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cNo, it won\u2019t,\u201d Scarlett replied, her tone firmer.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, a flicker of annoyance crossed Damian\u2019s features. Disregarding the IV bag he was holding, he used his free arm to scoop Scarlett up effortlessly. In a low, resolute voice, he stated, \u201cI say it will.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
His tone was commanding. He carried her back to the hospital bed and deposited her there gently. After re\u2013hanging the IV bag, he sat on the edge of the mattress, leaning in close.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His larger frame cast a shadow over her as he looked into her eyes, a playful yet determined smile in his own. \u201cYou can\u2019t out\u2013stubborn me. Why not just humor me this once?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
His plea held a childish, wheedling quality that left Scarlett momentarily speechless. She averted her gaze, staring blankly ahead as she scrambled for a\u00a0<\/p>\n
Just then, her phone chimed with a new text notification.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Seizing the excuse, Scarlett quickly said, \u201cLet me check my phone. It might be from the hospital.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The reason was plausible enough. Damian nodded and leaned back slightly, giving her space.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett picked up her phone and opened the messaging app. Her expression shifted immediately upon seeing the sender.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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It was a message from Vincent. The text read, \u201cCome back to Ravenshade Villa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The commanding tone grated on her. She had no intention of replying and instinctively wanted to lock her screen.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Before she could, a second message arrived. \u201cWe need to discuss the divorce again.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing it concerned the divorce, she typed back, \u201cWhat is there to discuss?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent replied, \u201cI want to add a clause.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Confused, Scarlett wrote, \u201cExplain the gist of it here.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Two minutes later, his response came. \u201cAfter the divorce, you will have no further contact with Vanessa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t understand and sent a simple question mark.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Another message followed quickly. \u201cI will provide additional financial compensation.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
But Scarlett was unwilling. \u201cVanessa is my own child, my flesh and blood.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s reply was cold. \u201cYou gave birth to her. But if you don\u2019t mind watching her bond with Sabrina as her new mother, then suit yourself.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Reading his harsh words, Scarlett\u2019s fingers flew over the screen. \u201cOnce the mandatory separation period is over, we\u2019ll finalize the divorce. Regarding Vanessa, I can\u2019t promise complete non\u2013involvement, but I will minimize contact as much as possible.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
After sending the message, she placed the phone face down on the bedside table, not waiting to see if he would reply.\u00a0<\/p>\n
While Scarlett had been texting, Damian had been watching her intently.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once she set the phone down, he asked gently, \u201cWas it Vincent?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett nodded. \u201cYes.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian could have easily glanced at the screen to read the exchange, but for some reason, he resisted the urge. He asked instead, \u201cWhat did he want?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Not wanting to elaborate, Scarlett offered a vague answer. \u201cNothing important. He was just\u2026 checking in.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cChecking in?\u201d Damian repeated with a derisive snort. \u201cIf he were genuinely concerned, he\u2019d be here at the hospital with you, not typing out a few hollow words on a screen.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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He had taken her statement at face value, imagining their prolonged silence had been over something significant. To learn it was merely about \u201cchecking in\u201d felt absurd.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing Damian\u2019s growing impatience, Scarlett offered a weak defense. \u201cHe\u2019s probably busy.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cRight, busy,\u201d Damian retorted bluntly. \u201cBusy spending time with his girlfriend.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett said nothing more, choosing silence. Her offhand explanation had provoked a stronger reaction from Damian than she\u2019d anticipated.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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