Chapter 29 A Cruel Reminder The warm toned room felt like a soft embrace , with Julius curled up in Sarahs arms .
His tiny hand was tightly gripping hers , his feverish face flushed , his little brow drawn in discomfort .
Sarah gently stroked his back , occasionally checking his forehead to see if his temperature had gone down .
Arthur sat nearby , his usual icy demeanor softened with concern as he watched his son .
Mom … Julius weak , hoarse voice broke the silence , his call barely a whisper .
Sarah held him close , her voice soothing .
Its okay , Julius .
Youll be feeling better soon .
Charlotte stood frozen at the door , her fingers gripping the doorframe as if it might anchor her .
Her heart felt as if it were being torn apart , every stab of pain a reminder of how much they had all moved on without her .
Tears stung her eyes , but she quickly blinked them away , forcing herself to stay calm .
She had always known it would end up like this .
Arthur loved Sarah deeply , and Julius wanted nothing more than to call Sarah Mom .
3 / Coming here had been nothing but a cruel reminder of what she had lost .
Her gaze shifted from Julius pained face to Arthur , whose eyes flickered between his son and Sarah .
His gaze softened whenever it lingered on Sarah , and Charlotte couldnt help but feel a sharp pang in her chest .
It was as if she had been slapped , every part of her aching .
She forced herself to speak , taking a slow breath .
It looks like hes fine now … Ill just leave .
Seeing this scene only made her more 4/7 determined to pretend shed forgotten them , to walk away and never look back .
She couldnt help but wonder why she hadnt truly forgotten them .
If she had , maybe this pain wouldnt be so unbearable .
The room fell silent as everyone turned to look at her .
Sarahs face paled , and she quickly tried to explain .
Mrs.
Harrison , its not what you think .
Let me explain .
Charlotte blinked , her clear eyes filled with confusion .
Explain what ? I … Sarah hesitated , then awkwardly said , I came to bring something to Mrs.
Jennifer Harrison .
She said Julius had a 2 5/7 fever , so I came to check on him .
I thought holding him might make him feel more comfortable … Mrs.
Harrison , please dont be angry .
I never meant to take your place .
Charlotte smiled faintly .
Im not upset .
Youve been taking great care of him .
If thats all , Ill be going now .
Without another word , she turned to leave , not sparing Arthur a single glance .
Sarahs eyes glinted with satisfaction , but Arthur suddenly stood up , walking out quickly .
Sarah was taken aback .
Arthur , arent you going to stay with Julius ? Arthurs voice was tight with frustration .
Youre here .
Thats enough .
6/7 His irritation grew , especially at the sight of Charlottes indifference .

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It only made him more upset .
Is she really just going to walk away like this ? Not even check on Julius , the son she used to adore ? The thought deepened his scowl .
Charlotte descended the stairs , giving Robert a brief smile before hurrying out of the villa .
She needed to leave quickly .
If she stayed any longer , she might break .
Suddenly , a gust of wind swept by , and she felt a firm grip tighten around her wrist , stopping her in her tracks .
Charlotte .
ht Chapter 29 A Cruel Reminder Arthurs grip was unrelenting as he turned her to face him , his gaze colder than ever .
Arent you going to check on Julius ? Chapter 30 Shell Regret Charlotte had no idea what Arthur was trying to do .
His beloved was right here , yet he was chasing after her .
Charlottes fingers trembled slightly as emotions swirled in her chest .
She could feel the weight of the act she was putting on , and it was getting harder to maintain the facade .
But just then , a cool night breeze swept through , scattering the chaos inside her and bringing some clarity to her thoughts .
She blinked innocently , offering him a casual shrug .
I already checked on him .
Her expression was as indifferent as ever , her eyes showing no hint of concern for Julius at all .
Arthur didnt like the version of Charlotte , who had lost her memory .
His grip on her wrist tightened , his hand almost trembling with the force .
His gaze , sharp and unwavering , fixed on her .
Hes still burning up .
Charlotte nodded , her voice smooth and disinterested .
Just give him some medicine and keep an eye on him .
If it doesnt help , take him to the hospital .
Hes still so young .
You dont want him to end up with brain damage from this fever .
Her words were calm , almost detached .
Il Regret 3/7 Arthurs grip tightened even further , and she winced , a sharp breath escaping her lips as she tried to pull away .
Arthur , what the hell are you doing ? Youre hurting me ! Arthur sneered , You know what pain is ? I thought you didnt have a heart .
The words cut deep , and Charlottes chest tightened painfully .
She lowered her eyes , blinking rapidly to hold back the wave of emotion threatening to spill over .
Arthur , thats a cruel thing to say .
Of course , I have a heart .
Its just that I treat people the way they treat me .
She had given him five years of her heart , but now she was taking it back .
They didnt deserve it anymore .
The sudden ache in Arthurs chest was 4/7 almost overwhelming .
His emotions boiled inside him , a mix of pain , frustration , and helplessness .
She no longer seemed to care for him .
Even her son , the child she had once cherished , seemed to have faded from her heart .
Arthur couldnt stand the thought .
He desperately wanted her to remember , to become the woman she had once been .
Before he could voice his thoughts , Roberts voice interrupted .
Mr.
Harrison , Mr.
Julius Harrison is looking for you .
Seizing the opportunity when his attention shifted , Charlotte quickly pulled her wrist free from his grip , massaging 5/7 the sore spot .
Go check on him .
Ill leave now .
She turned to walk away , but after a few steps , she paused , not bothering to look back .
And dont call me if anything happens to him .
If I ever regain my memory , Im sure I wouldnt want to face this awkward situation .
With that , she hurried out of the courtyard and into her car , leaving Arthur standing in the fading light , watching as she drove off .
He stood there for a long moment , his gaze locked on her retreating figure .
Her hand had been so cold when he had held it , yet the night air wasnt chilly .
His fingers absently rubbed together as a thought nagged at him .
Mr.
Harrison ? Roberts voice brought him back to the present .
6/7 Arthur snapped out of his trance and turned toward the villa , his jaw clenched .
Inside , Sarah was waiting for him , a look of urgency on her face .
Arthur , Julius condition isnt right … hes burning up .
Arthurs expression darkened .
Take him to the hospital .
Without wasting another moment , he moved swiftly , lifting the feverish Julius into his arms .
The boy , disoriented and weak from the fever , clung to his fathers shirt , murmuring for his mother .
Arthurs face tightened as he glanced down at his son .
His mind wandered to Charlotte , the woman who no longer remembered him .
The ache in his chest intensified , but he bit down on his , frustration .
When she remembers , he thought bitterly , shell regret all of this .
***** Meanwhile , Charlottes car was already far from the villa , its speed slow as she kept her focus on the road , her vision blurry from unshed tears .
The cold touch of her cheek made her aware of the moisture on her skin , and when she wiped her face with her hand , it came away damp .