No Strings Attached novel (Clara and Ian) novel Chapter 214

The vet’s words cut Clara to the core. She cradled Snow’s head, showering it with kisses. Tears traced the elegant line of her jaw and fell onto Snow’s pristine white fur.

Clara’s voice was choked with emotion. “Snow, you’re not an orphan. You’re Mommy and Daddy’s treasure. Mommy loves you so much, and Daddy loves you too. We’ll never abandon you.”

At her words, hot tears welled up in Snow’s bright eyes as well.

Even the doctor was moved. She stroked Snow’s head and said, “Snow, you’re the most loved treasure of your parents. Now, I’m going to perform a little surgery on you. It might hurt a bit, but you need to be brave, okay?”

Snow seemed to understand, remaining silent throughout the procedure.

Clara’s heart ached even more. It felt like it had been ages since she had cried like this.

She was holding the sleeping Snow, and her tears continued to fall relentlessly. Her guilt towards the little creature peaked.

In that moment, a suit jacket was draped over her shoulders, and Ian’s large hand gently massaged her head. In a deep voice, he said, “For Snow’s sake, can we talk seriously?”

Clara didn’t refuse. Wiping her tears, she said, “Let him stay with me for a while. When he misses you, I’ll bring him to you.”

Ian’s gaze, deep and intense, held hers. “Clara, don’t you think Snow deserves a loving home? Anders stayed with Elle for their child’s sake. Can’t you come back to me for Snow? We can be a family again, just like before. I’ll take you both out for fun, okay?”