Chapter 832

Jayde stood her ground. “I’m not leaving. Don’t push me away.”

Bonian didn’t turn. He stared out the window, shadowed in the fading light. “Lele’s out of school soon,” he said quietly. “He’ll worry if you’re not there.”

Her throat tightened. She didn’t want to go—but finally nodded. Before leaving, she made sure the assistant would stay and keep an eye on Bonian. Only after the assistant agreed did she leave.

At home, Lele scanned the entryway and sighed. “Mom, Uncle Lepage’s not here today?”

“He’s busy, sweetheart,” Jayde said, gently ruffling his hair. “He’ll come by later. Can you wait?”

Bonian had become part of their daily life—picking Lele up, eating dinner with them. Even Lele had gotten used to him being around. Though disappointed, he nodded quietly, his quiet acceptance tugging at Jayde’s heart.