Chapter 37 Youre Not My Mom Alright , one meal for a million dollars .
Arthurs brows furrowed at her words .
Whats with you ? Are you just after money ? Youre Julius mother .
Charlotte blinked innocently .
But I dont remember that .
To me , youre just strangers .
And when I cook for strangers , I expect to get paid .
I dont work for free .
Arthurs frustration was evident , the muscles in his forehead twitching with anger .
He could almost feel his blood boiling .
How did she become so sharp tongued ? One sentence from her was enough to make him want to strangle her .
2/7 Julius , sitting quietly nearby , pouted .
His big eyes shimmered with unshed tears as he stared at her .
She seemed like a complete stranger to him .
Youre not my mom , he said suddenly , his voice soft and hoarse , his gaze never leaving her .
Charlotte froze for a second , then said coldly , What , just because Im not blindly devoted , you dont want me to be your mom ? Well , it looks like youre the one who doesnt want me around .
Fine , Ill gladly step aside .
Let your dad sign the divorce papers , and Ill be gone for good .
Once that paper was signed , she would disappear from their lives forever .
Not My Mom Tears welled up in Juliuss eyes and 3/7 spilled down his cheeks .
Youre not my mom ! My mom would never treat me like this ! Youre not her ! Julius ! Arthur snapped , his voice hard with a reprimand .
He felt his son was going too far .
He took a deep breath , trying to calm the situation .
Your mom just lost her memory .
She doesnt remember you right now , but she will .
Just give her some time .
Julius fought to hold back his sobs , but the tears kept flowing .
His face was a mix of hurt and confusion , making him look so vulnerable that Charlottes heart clenched , though she quickly suppressed the feeling .
She took a deep breath and looked at them both coolly .
So , whats it going to be ? Are you paying me or not ? If not , we can sign the divorce papers now .
If neither works for you , I have other things to do .
Arthurs patience was clearly running out .
With a cold glance , he transferred one million dollars to her account .
Charlottes phone chimed with the payment notification , and she had a satisfied smile .
Her mood instantly lifted .
Money truly did solve everything .
She stood up , glanced around , and then moved to the kitchen .
After a quick scan of the ingredients , she threw together a My Mom 5/7 couple of simple dishes .
In less than half an hour , she was done .
She clapped her hands together , Alright , you can eat now .
She removed her apron and returned to the table .
Arthurs eyes narrowed when he saw the simple salad on the table .

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He tugged at his collar , irritation clearly written on his face .
Without a word , he walked straight toward Charlotte .
Startled , she quickly stood up to distance herself .
What are you doing ? Arthur didnt respond , but the look in his eyes darkened with anger as he took slow , Mom 6/7 deliberate steps toward her .
Her back hit the wall near the stairs , leaving her nowhere to go .
Realizing she was trapped , she immediately turned to run up the stairs .
But the sound of his steady footsteps followed her , slow but unrelenting .
Charlotte cursed herself .
She shouldve run outside instead .
Arthur , what do you think youre doing ? Let me make this clear .
Im not afraid of you ! You cant do anything to me .
Im still the daughter of the Hardwick family , and were still married ! If you dare lay a hand on me , Ill expose you and let everyone know youre an abusive jerk ! She kept backing away , trying to sound confident , but her voice lacked any real force .
The problem was , his expression was just too terrifying .
Before she could even finish her threat , Arthurs steps quickened .
In a single movement , he closed the distance between them and lifted her off the ground effortlessly .
Ah ! What are you doing ?! Put me down ! Let go of me ! Charlotte screamed .