Chapter 581

Norah didn’t want to argue, so she simply nodded in agreement.

The director called everyone to gather, and Norah quickly led Cooper in that direction, hoping to avoid another run-in with Ms. Fortier.

But Ms. Fortier stepped in, pulling Norah aside and grabbing Cooper’s hand. When Cooper tried to break free, she clutched it even tighter. His little face twisted in pain, and tears welled up in his eyes.

Norah immediately shoved Ms. Fortier’s hand away, her voice sharp. “Are you trying to hurt my child on purpose?”

Ms. Fortier looked wounded. “You’ve misunderstood me, Cooper’s mom. I was just trying to be friendly. I didn’t mean any harm.”

She crouched down and gently spoke to Cooper. “I’m so sorry, sweetheart. Did I hurt you? That was my fault. I’ll be more careful from now on.”