Chapter 31

As Hailey started crying and confessing, Julian couldn't hold back any longer. He knew he had messed up. He pursed his lips, and tears welled up in his eyes. Finally, he was unable to contain himself any longer, and he sobbed, "Mom, Grandma, I won't dare to do it again. I know I was wrong. Mommy, please don't die. I don't want you to die..." Tristan and Lilith, who were usually cold and unfeeling, felt fear creeping in. They exchanged a glance. Their fair faces had turned red with anxiety, and tears welled up in their eyes. What should they do? They had caused a disaster! Rachel also wailed loudly, "Sob, sob... What should we do..." Willow silently wiped away her tears. She was moved not only by their emotions but also by their heartache. Over the years, Lara had worked hard to help raise the kids. Though the older woman often complained, Willow knew her words were usually half-hearted. Willow had also been working tirelessly for years. She had endured her fair share of hardsh