Chapter 760

Emma shook her head. "It's okay, Mrs. Lawson. Trystan already hates me. If I go back, it'll only make things worse." She knew that returning to the preschool would only irritate Trystan further. What she really needed was to understand where Bianca stood, so she could figure out her next move. "Poor thing, you've really been through a lot," Bianca sighed softly. "Mrs. Lawson, actually..." Emma hesitated, gathering her courage. "I really like Mr. Lawson, and I care about Ash a lot. I know it's probably just wishful thinking, but... I can't help how I feel." Bianca was pleased with Emma's honesty. "Silly girl, why do you think that way? Trystan was married before and had a son. Ash even has autism." "It's okay. I don't mind. I'm more than happy to care for Mr. Lawson, and I'd treat Ash like my own. If... If Mr. Lawson is open to it, I'd even be willing to have children with him," Emma said tentatively. Her words struck a chord with Bianca, causing her heart to flutter with joy. St