In her mind, because William would have a family and more kids in the future, Roe would not be that important to him anymore at that time. In addition, without custody of Roe, William would not declare that Roe was his son either. With less attention from outside, that would even be better for Roe.
Therefore, she became more determined with her decision.
William still did not know that his trying to make her stay had back-fired him already.
After the meal, Vivian took Roe for a shower and watched him falling asleep, then got ready to leave.
Mrs. Lucia saw Vivian coming downstairs, “Vivian, it’s already so dark outside. Why don’t you just leave tomorrow? Plus, Roe would be sad if he couldn’t see you when he wakes up.”
Vivian hesitated for one second, but still shook her head, “My friend is still waiting for me, sorry, I have to go now.”
Hearing that, Mrs. Lucia got disappointed.
On the side, William’s chin twitched. He wanted to curse John.
“Walk her out.” Mrs. Lucia poked his arm after seeing him spacing out, critically looking at him.
William frowned, “Let me walk you out.”
Vivian did not refuse because she also had something to say to William.
Along the way, unnamed bugs were having a chorus in bushes under the moonlight.
Silence accompanied them during the whole time.
When they almost about to walk out of the gate, Vivian said, “Sorry, William, I was not thinking rationally when I agreed to your one-year deal”
“Not rational? Ah!” William laughed softly, pondering her words.
“Is it because John brainwashed you, so you can’t wait to be the lady of his family?” William mocked.
Vivian did not like his tone, “How can you be so rude? If I really want to marry a rich man, with Roe, wouldn’t you be a much better choice for me?”
William got speechless over her response, and changed what he was going to say, “So, you want to have two men at the same time?”
“William!” Vivian got so frustrated that she stomped the floor.
Seeing her going mad, William suddenly felt not bothered anymore.
He chuckled and held Vivian, “Vivian, guess if you can win this time?”
“What?” Vivian did not get what he meant.
William held on her shoulders and looked straight into her eyes. That swirl in his dark eyes seemed like an abyss that can suck people inside.
He went, “I said, guess if you can take the custody of Roe from me.”
Vivian’s mind paused for one second.
She was not sure if she could win.
But facing his defiant look, she chose to act tough, “I believe in the law!”
“But I believe in myself, what are you going to do?” He smiled slightly, looking all confident and cocky.
Vivian ditched his hands, “I decided to marry John. After that, I will have more advantages than you. Roe will definitely follow me.”
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