Chapter 1686

Matthew's words cut deep, not just because of their hurtful nature but also because they hinted at the grim reality Hesper might face. Elise still didn't know the nature of the item Benjamin had hidden away. Still, she understood its immense importance given Benjamin's years of secrecy and his decision to entrust it to Hesper. Handing it over would put countless lives at risk down the line. They had faced difficult choices before, and this one was no different. "I won't allow it. I won't allow the two of you to endanger Hesper again," Matthew declared coldly. He had already sensed that they had made up their minds, and his words were laced with sarcasm. "She should have never forgiven you." With those parting words, Matthew turned and left the room. As Elise watched her son's departing figure, she couldn't hold back her tears any longer. 'Why us? Why must we bear the responsibility of saving the world, even if it means sacrificing our own daughter? We've come this far, so close to