Too Much to Bear, My Love novel Chapter 278

Chapter 278 Determined

The two of them discussed the matter concerning Tony’s custody for a while before they fell silent once more. When they arrived at the Clinton residence, Oscar parked the car. Amelia was going to open the door and hop out of it, but she suddenly recalled something, so she paused.

She turned to Oscar and requested, “Oscar, I think it’s best if we don’t tell your parents about our divorce until everything is settled.”

Oscar turned to her and replied, “Don’t worry. I’ll deal with everything accordingly.”

Amelia trusted Oscar on the matter. He had always been a reliable man when it came to handling matters. No one, not even his parents, could change his mind once he made his decisions.

After they got out of the car, Oscar wrapped his arm around Amelia’s waist. She struggled a little, but he whispered into her ear as she did so, “Honey, we haven’t gotten the divorce yet, so you’re still bound to do your duty as my wife.”

Amelia stopped struggling.

They had been apart for quite a few days, and she actually missed him dearly. She often dreamed about the sense of security and the warmth his arms offered, and she felt safe as long as he was with her.

Oscar was happy with how Amelia was being obedient. After the incident with Cassie, Amelia had been repulsed by Oscar’s touch. That stung his heart a great deal. Hence, he was practically jumping in delight when the woman he loved settled down quietly in his arms.

When they entered the living room, Olivia, who had originally been talking to Owen, jumped up from the sofa right away. She hurried to Amelia, but she was obviously aiming for Tony, who was in Amelia’s arms. All the while, she kept calling out to their precious grandson.

Olivia cradled Tony in her arms, and Owen walked over while staring at the baby. After a while, Owen turned to Amelia and said, “I’m glad you’re back. Amelia, it’s undeniable that Oscar made a mistake, and I’ve already reprimanded him as his father. He is at fault, but his mistake doesn’t deserve a death sentence. Please, for Tony’s sake, forgive him just this once! I promise I won’t let him get away with it if he makes the same mistake again!”

Amelia grinned and replied, “Dad, I’m so sorry that the matter between Oscar and me has you and Mom worried. I promise you won’t have to worry about it much longer.” Once Oscar and I get a divorce, he’ll marry someone else with the same social status as him. She’ll be someone Owen approves of and someone who can talk about fashion, tea, and high society drama with Olivia. The Clintons will have peace and quiet again. Give them a little more time, and a nobody like me will be erased from everybody’s mind. When someone accidentally brings up my name, there will simply be a fleeting conversation of how a woman like me is not worthy of the Clintons and how I was chased out of the house even though I bore an heir.

Amelia believed that was how life was. Some people were simply not destined to lead a peaceful and wealthy life.

A sparrow can never evolve into a phoenix, and I should stop fantasizing.

When Owen heard what Amelia said, he thought that she was over it and had forgiven Oscar. That caused him to shoot an approving look at her.

“I’m glad to hear that. I’ve already had someone prep a villa in Horbah, and it will be ready in a couple of days. You and Oscar can head over for a holiday. It can be the honeymoon that the two of you never got to have. So much has happened in the past few years, so it’s good to head out and relax,” suggested Owen.

Amelia shook her head and said, “There’s no need for that. Tony is still too young, and I’ll worry if I leave him alone. Oscar and I will be fine in a few days, so you don’t need to do all that for us. As for the honeymoon, perhaps it’s best if that discussion is postponed. Oscar and I have been married for five years, and the honeymoon isn’t actually that important to me. Oscar and I will be happy as long as we truly love each other. Every day will feel like a honeymoon then. Don’t you agree, Dad?”

Amelia’s words were so understanding that even Olivia nodded in satisfaction.

As the latter hugged Tony, she smiled and said, “Amelia, I’m happy to know that everything is all right between you two youngsters. If Oscar ever does anything to hurt you again, I’ll teach him a lesson on your behalf. Still, couples argue, and that’s inevitable. Promise me that no matter what Oscar does, you won’t get a divorce.”

Amelia’s expression froze.

At the end of the day, Olivia’s love for Amelia was mixed with selfish desires. Olivia might claim that she would treat Amelia as though the latter was her daughter, but when it came down to it, Olivia would still side with her biological children. Amelia was still just an outsider.

Oscar chimed in and said, “Mom, Tony was fussy the entire night last night, and Amelia barely got any sleep. I’ll take her to the room and let her rest up. Please babysit Tony for the time being.”

“Go on, then,” said Olivia.

Oscar led Amelia up the stairs, but they bumped into Stephanie, who was coincidentally coming down at that moment.

Stephanie pouted and snarked in a surly tone, “So you’re back, Amelia. And here I thought that my house is too vile and small for a holy saint like you.”

Amelia ignored Stephanie’s taunts.

Oscar, however, glared at his sister and warned, “If you can’t keep your mouth shut, I’ll send you to a place where the people will teach you what basic respect means.”

Stephanie seemed a little miffed as she glared over at Amelia. Unfortunately, she didn’t dare to act up in front of Oscar.