Chapter 1334

The thing Olivia feared most happened right before her eyes. Lucian's words felt like sharp blades cutting through her, each one more painful than the last. "Lucian, I had my reasons," Olivia whispered. Her voice trembled as she reached out to touch his hand. Her eyes begged him to understand, to listen, to let her explain and soften the anger she saw burning in his eyes. But the moment her fingers got close, Lucian yanked his hand away, shoving hers aside with a forceful gesture. "Don't touch me!" he shouted, his voice loud and sharp, the sound slicing through the air. Then, with a howl full of anger and pain, he continued, "You left me! You're not my mommy! I don't want a mommy like you! I hate you! Go away! Leave right now!" His words struck Olivia like a hammer. She froze, unable to move or speak, her body rigid as the weight of his hatred crushed her. A single tear rolled down her cheek, leaving a damp trail behind. Mary stepped forward, her voice urgent as she grabbed Luci