All too late for his love (Willow and Zayn)

Chapter 23

Willow’s heart sank. She never wanted Aaron to Imow about her illness, fearing it might affect his upcoming surgery. Copyright by Nôv/elDrama.Org.

she playfully pinched his cheek. “You heard what I said to Zayn just now, didn’t you?”

Seeing Aaron nod, Willow continued with a smile, “Silly, I was just lying to him. You watch dramas too, right? The ladies in dramas nowadays often play t

y?” Despite being smart for his age, Aaron was only three and a half years old after all. He didn’t understand the complexities that adults face.

“Really?”

Willow ruffled his hair. “Of course! Lying makes your nose grow long. I want to stay pretty, so no long noses for me. Don’t worry, Aaron. I’m very healthy.

At this moment, the door to the ward swung open. Zayn entered, picked up the car keys left on the table, and left right away

As he turned away, he sneered at Willow. His expression showed that he was clearly mocking her. It was obvious that he had heard the lies she told Aa

Willow lowered her eyes. But remembering that Aaron was still next to her, she put on a cheerful demeanor.

However, Aaron, who had been quietly snuggling against her, suddenly became incredibly agitated. Like an angry little beast, he charged at Zayn and vic

You bullied my mom! You’re a bad guy!”

Aaron put all his strength into biting Zayn. In the blink of an eye, Zayn’s wrist began to bleed.

Afraid that Zayn might hurt Aaton, Willow hurriedly Intervened to pull Aaron away, but Zayn acted faster. Before she could reach them, he forcefully flung

Seeing Aaron curled up on the ground, she felt her heart ache intensely, as if it was being stabbed by knives,

Zayn’s seyes showed no empathy as he looked down at Aaron. His disdain was evident as he said, “Serves you tight”

With that, he left the ward.

“Aaron!”

Seeing blood seeping through the bandages around Aaron’s leg, Willow forgot about confronting Zayn. She scooped Aaron into her arms, frantically pres

The wound had torn open, and it must really hurt. Beads of sweat formed on Aaron’s forehead, but he clenched his teeth to keep himself from crying out

“Mom, don’t cry.”

Aaron extended his bandaged hand, clumsily trying to wipe away the tears from Willow’s eyes. “It doesn’t hurt at all, really. Lying makes your nose grow

Willow walled at those words. Aaron continued to wipe her tears away. “Mom, I’m sorry. It’s all my fault. I can’t protect you, and keep causing trouble for your ” Willow turned her face away in distress, not wanting Aaron to see her in such a tear–stricken state.

How could Aaron be at fault? Aaron was the best son anyone could ever ask for.

Even if it meant harming her body, she had to raise one million dollars before she died to get Aaron the surgery he needed.

On the other hand, Skyler had grown restless from having to feign illness these past few days.