When Ellie heard that, she burst into tears and jumped into Charlotte’s arms, like a snail burying itself in its shell. It was as if by doing so, she would not need to confront the cruel choice she had to make.
Jamie’s tears streamed down his cheeks. However, instead of wailing like Ellie, he merely sobbed sadly.
“It’s fine, Robbie. You can choose later.” As Zachary could not bear to force the kids, he quickly said, “You can stay with Mommy for the time being! After I’m done dealing with work…”
“Let them choose now.” On the other hand, Charlotte was very resolute. “I’m returning to Erihal three days later, so there’s no time to consider. It’s better to end things now than prolong our suffering!”
Zachary was stunned when he heard that. She’s returning to Erihal! No wonder she’s so determined. Looks like she really wants to cut off all ties with me…
“Mommy…” Pulling Charlotte’s hand, Jamie cried sorrowfully, “Don’t do this! I don’t want you to separate. I want our family to be together!”
“It’s impossible, Jamie.” Although tears were welling up in her eyes, Charlotte insisted mercilessly, “Your father and I can never be together. You can only choose one of us!”
“No!” Jamie could not help but burst into tears again.
“Stop crying!” interrupted Robbie with a frown. “I’ll choose first. I choose Mommy!”
He was very straightforward, without showing any signs of hesitation. However, he dared not look at Zachary.
When Zachary gazed at Robbie, there were no signs of blame or confusion in his eyes. Instead, all he felt was guilt and pity.
“Jamie, choose now!” Like an elder brother, Robbie ordered, “At the count of three, announce your choice.”
He knew how to deal with Jamie and Ellie the best.
“No…” Jamie shook his head, feeling terrified and worried.
“One!” Robbie counted directly.
“No, don’t make me choose! I won’t choose anything!” wailed Jamie anxiously.
“Two!” Robbie ignored his emotions.
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