Chapter 165
Judys POV I was about to protest that I couldnt just leave with him without others being suspicious .
But before I could utter a single word , there was a knock on the door .
My entire body tensed , and I felt my cheeks burning hot .
Gavin didnt seem to be as worried because he backed away from me and then he winked .
It made my checks burn even more and I wanted to jump in front of him to keep him from opening that door , but it was too late .
He swung open the door , and my mother stood on the other side with wide eyes .
She stared up at Gavin , her body trembling before her eyes found mine .
Judy , sweetie , she breathed as she brushed past Gavin and entered the bathroom .
Are you okay ? What happened to you ? Its okay , I rushed out , not wanting her to worry .
okay .
Gavin patched me up .
Im good as new .
I showed her my hand and she cradled it gently , tears filling her eyes .
I knew my mother was aware of what was going on with me , but she was pretending that everything was okay , acting as if she wasnt seeing or hearing things through the grapevines .
I couldnt blame her ; she was only doing all of this for my father .
She wanted him out of prison desperately and she would do anything to make that happen .
At one point , I would have done the same thing for Ethan .
Im so sorry , she whispered .
Its honestly okay , Mom , I reassured her .
It was only an accident .
It happens .
I hated lying to her , but I didnt know what else to say to make her feel better .
Gavins eyes darkened because he knew it was a lie ; he saw what had happened and he was furious on my behalf .
I gave him a slight head shake as my mother threw her arms around me to hug me ; I didnt want him to reveal my lie .
He sighed and folded his arms across his chest .
I have a separate mansion in my pack , Gavin went on to say as my mother untangled herself from my arms .
Its fully staffed and Im only there when I have business at the Northern Border .
I want you both to live there .
There are no stipulations .
My mothers eyes widened as she stared up at him ; I was at a loss for words .
He was offering my mother a way out as well .
My heart swelled and tears filled my eyes .
I expected my mother to jump at the opportunity right away , but when she said nothing , my heart began to grow heavy as I stared at her concerned face .
Alpha , would you mind if I spoke to my daughter alone ? She asked him .
He looked a bit taken aback as well as he met my eyes ; was just as confused .
But he soon nodded .
Of course , he told her .
Take all the time you need .
He gave me one last look before he turned and walked out of the bathroom .
Hooked at my mother and she turned to me with a sad smile .
Chapter 0165 Mom , whats going on ? I asked her .
Firstly , can I ask you if something is going on between you and Gavin Landry ? She asked , raising her brows .
I was shocked by her question , and I felt my cheeks burning .
No , of course , theres not , I told her , lying once again .
Why do you ask ? She shrugged .
He seems to show you a lot of concern .
I know youve been working in his pack as a tutor and thats how you know him … but he seems to treat you with a care that seems almost intimate .
Nothing is going on , I said quickly , staring down at my hands .
Is that why you wanted to talk to me ? No , she said , stepping closer to me and taking my hands in hers .
I cant leave here Judy .
I sucked in a sharp breath .
What ? Why not ? I asked her , shaking my head , not wanting to believe her words .
She looked sad as she sighed .
Because then we wont have the Cash family to help us , she murmured .
They offered me money to do some housework for them .
I get to live in one of their pristine guest rooms and eat with the family , but Ive been given basic chores .
In return , they will give me a large sum of money thatll help pay off your fathers debt .
I raised my eyebrows .
They want you to be a maid ? I asked her , my lips pressing in a thin line .
Ive seen firsthand how they treat their servants , and I didnt want my mother to be a part of that .
My stomach twisted at the very thought , and I suddenly wasnt feeling too well .
Not exactly , she told me .
Its different because they still treat me like an old friend and a part of their family .
I shook my head , tears filling my eyes .
Mom , you cant be serious .
Please , Alpha Landry is giving us a way out of here ….
Is he offering to pay your fathers debt ? She asked .
Have you asked him ? I swallowed the lump in my throat ; I hadnt exactly told him about my fathers debt .
Of course , he knew I was desperate for money from all those times Ive tried to seduce him before truly getting to know him … but I never told him of my family issues .
I was a bit embarrassed about it if I were to be honest and I truly didnt want him to know about it .