Chapter 166
At least not right now .
My mother could read my expression , and her gaze softened .
It wasnt fait of me to ask you to get Ethans help , and it wouldnt be fair of me to ask you to get Gavins .
help .
So , Im doing my part and trying to get help without making our family look pathetic , she explained .
This is something I have to do .
If all goes well , I should be able to get him out of prison in a few months and we can be a family again .
Tears slipped down my cheeks as I nodded , not sure what else to do or say .
She cupped my face with her warm hands and brought my face up to meet her gaze .
But I think you should go to that mansion and take him up on that offer , she continued .
I narrowed my eyes at her .
What ? I asked , shocked .
I cant just leave you here ..
Ill be fine , sweetie , she assured me .
But I know things arent okay for you here and I dont want to subject you to any more of this .
I know your injury wasnt an accident and Im so sorry to put you in this position .
I shook my head .
No , its okay , Mom .
It truly was an accident … You cant lie to me , Judy , she told me , releasing her hold on my face .
I only want whats best for my family and for right now , I think you living in the Landry mansion would be best .
Once your father is out of jail , we will get back on our feet .
We will get a new home and be a family once again .
But until then , I think this would be best .
I bit my lower lip as more tears slipped out of my eyes .
I love you , I whispered hoarsely .
She smiled and wrapped me in her arms .
I love you so much , she murmured .
You were the best decision we had ever made .
I love being your adopted mother and Im so sorry this is happening .
I sniffled and wiped my moist cheeks .
Its not your fault , I assured her , knowing just how true that was .
It was Ethans fault ; I didnt trust him or his family and now my mother was a victim to them .
There was nothing I could do about it , which was even worse .
After a moment , my mother opened the bathroom door and stepped into the hallway .
Gavin wasnt anywhere near the bathroom , and I was relieved by that because it meant he hadnt heard the conversation .
I followed my mother out of the bathroom and down the hallway until we reached the parlor ; we heard the voices of the Cash family as they spoke every excuse known to man to Gavin about 1/2 Chapter 0166 how I got Injured .
1 couldnt help but roll my eyes .
When we entered , the conversation started to subside as their attention was fixed on me .
Oh , Judy , youre back , Meredith said as she rushed over to me , acting like she cared .
How are you feeling ? Hows your hand ? Im so sorry about what happened .
Its okay , I murmured , glancing at Gavin who only looked pissed .
He could see through it as well and I was relieved by that .
How about you get back to your room and rest for the evening , she told me .
1 I looked at my mother and she gave me a faint smile .
I nodded .
Okay , I murmured .
Good night .
I turned and left the parlor but as soon as I stepped out and the door shut behind me , it reopened and then shut .
I turned and saw Gavin following me , his eyes dark with rage .
Youre living with me whether you like it or not .
I dont want you here any longer , he told me , fully expecting that I would put up a fight , but I had already made up my mind .
I nodded .
Okay , I told him , defeated .
His expression softened and he looked almost surprised .
Okay , then , he murmured .
And your mother- Shes staying here , I told him , stopping whatever he was about to say .
It was her choice .
She doesnt want to come .
.He raised his brows .
Are you sure ? Shes made up her mind , Gavin , I told him .
But if we leave … you have to promise me that youll make sure they treat my mother with respect and kindness .
Dont let this … I held up my injured hand .
… happen to her too .
H His eyes darkened and he nodded .
Ill speak with them , he said without hesitation .
They wont lay a finger on her .
I was relieved to hear that , and I turned to walk back to the servants quarters , but he grabbed my arm to stop me .
Pack your things .
Beta Taylor will be by tonight to grab you .
Tell them youre staying with a friend going forward .