Chapter 36

Victoria ruffled Edwin's hair, choosing not to tell him the truth. "I have a lot to take care of, so I won't return for now. Be good at home, and if anything happens, just let me know." Edwin nodded and reached out to hug her. He rubbed his little head against her neck. Victoria murmured a soft word of reassurance before helping Edwin into the car. She knew that even if she went back with him, Leon wouldn't throw her out in front of him. But she had no intention of stepping foot in that place ever again. Once Edwin left, she headed to Susie's house. She had originally planned to go straight to the hospital to pay the fees, but by the time she arrived, the office was about to close. When she reached Susie's house, no one was home. She took out her phone and called her. It didn't take long for Susie to pick up. Victoria asked, "Where are you?" "Talking to my dad. If I don't make it back tonight, lock the doors and windows," Susie answered without hiding anything. Victoria was ab