The woman took a step closer to us and started speaking to us in Ustranasion. “Mr. Hall has the best of the children in mind. They are the family’s heirs. They need special care and upbringing to ensure they grow up to be capable members of the family. I’m sure you can understand why…”
“Speak your native language,” Ashton interjected her impatiently.
The woman stared at him and continued speaking in Ustranasion. “I’m sorry, I don’t understand what you’re…”
“It seems like you don’t even know your mother tongue. How can someone like you teach my children? Get out of my sight, now,” Ashton threatened, not bothering to give her a chance to explain.
“How dare you!” Before the woman could continue, Joseph had already stepped in between them. He cast a severe glare at the woman and gestured at her to leave. “This way, please.”
Upon seeing everyone so adamant about her leaving, the woman stomped out in a fury.
Once the commotion died off, Ashton walked over to the children to check on them. When he was sure Gregory and Audrey were alright, his tense face relaxed.
“All of you may leave first.” I felt I had to talk to Ashton alone after some consideration.
Joseph and the nanny left without any objection, closing the door behind them after they left.
I went closer and squatted down beside Audrey, toying restlessly with her chubby hands. “Do you think it’s worth it, Ashton?” I blurted out anxiously.
My husband read my face and understood my concern almost immediately. “I’m not losing any one of you.”
I understood what he meant. It would not be a complete family anymore without me. He was willing to undertake great risks to keep the family intact.
“But it’s only the second day, and I’m already gripped by fear. What if something happens? I know the Halls will never harm the children, but what if…”
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