Two Times the Charm (Clara and Emmett) novel Chapter 42

"You really have no shame, woman! I'm hanging up now, don't disturb my sleep with stuff like this again!"

After the call ended, Clara looked towards Alex's room, her eyes filled with tears.

She and Alex were about to part ways. Alex had never left her side in all these years. Now, they were to be separated, and it was unbearable for her.

But the reality was something she could not change.

To keep Alex from being taken away, this was the only path she could take.

The next morning, Clara got up and made breakfast for Alex. It was when the breakfast was served that Alex got up.

"Mama...wow, today's breakfast is really fancy!"

"I'm glad you like it," Clara smiled, "You don't have to go to school today."

Alex was surprised, "Why mama? Is the kindergarten closed today?"

"No, a friend of mama's has invited you over for a while!"

"Is it Mr. Milburn?"

Clara nodded, "Yes. You need to behave yourself when you're there. Don't cause him any trouble, okay?"

"Can I refuse?" Alex didn't accept the invitation right away, "I want to stay here with you! If I go to Mr. Milburn's, I won't see you for a long time!"

Clara bent down to meet Alex's gaze.

"Good boy, there's some issue with mama right now and I can't take care of you properly! You go to Mr. Milburn's first. Mama promises to come get you soon, okay?"

"Will you be lonely without me around, mama?"

"Of course I'll be lonely! That's why I promise to come get you soon!"

Alex said, "But I don't want to leave you, mama."

Hearing this, Clara could no longer hold back her tears.

She hugged her son tightly, saying:

She had planned to take a leave, but today was the day she was supposed to register her marriage with Emmett, and she couldn't back out!

She was also worried that Emmett would suspect something at this time.

Once Clara arrived at the office, Emmett called her into his office.

"Mr. Melendez."

"You were late today." Emmett looked at her and said, "You're usually never late."

"There was a bit of traffic today!"

"The roads were clear today, there was no traffic."

Clara pursed her lips, but before she could say anything, Emmett slammed his hand on the desk.

"Clara! How long do you plan on keeping this from me?!"