Chapter 37 Forced

At that moment, Kieran's words were final. Emery stared at him blankly, feeling like her heart had been torn apart. Earlier, Eric had asked her what she planned to do about the child. She hadn't decided then and had given a vague answer. Having experienced the pain of growing up in a single-parent household, Emery understood that she and Kieran were headed for separation. She didn't want this child either. Yet, deep down, there was reluctance. It was her own flesh and blood, and in the loneliness she felt, keeping the child might offer some comfort. Emery had been wavering. But now, with Kieran's harsh verdict, her heart felt unbearably heavy. How cruel. Emery bit down on her lip, struggling to find the words to respond, but nothing came out. Kieran noticed the anger in her eyes. After a moment, his expression remained impassive as he said, "Emery, you're not a fool. You must know that keeping this child will not benefit you in any way." He paused, turning his face forward, an