Hiding the Twins from Their Billionaire Father novel Chapter 160

Chapter 160 Mother
“I'm so sorry, Jeremy. I'm sorry I left you at the orphanage. I was blinded by revenge at that time. I thought my life would not be peaceful until I succeeded in punishing those bad guys."

Vivian's voice grew hoarse. Her sobs were louder.

“But now, I realize. I handled my emotions in the wrong way. Instead of accepting it and letting it heal, I let the wound fester. Looking at Kara, I envy her. Why wasn't I as strong as her? She forgives the people who hurt her and only focuses on her children, while I ....”

Vivian took a quick, deep breath. Her back started to bend. Her chest would be tight if she didn't do so.

“I left my son in order to take revenge. If only I chose to forgive your father, let all the pain he caused go, of course I would have beautiful life watching you grow. I could attend parent meetings at your school, take photos with you at your graduation, and celebrate all your birthdays.”

“I could also cook you a special meal on your first day of work. Or throw a small party to welcome the girl of your choice. But apparently, I didn't do any of that. I took all those opportunities away from you.”

Suddenly, Vivian laughed sadly. “Do you know how proud I was when Rowan and Frank accepted you? When they said you were qualified to be the CEO's assistant?”

Vivian raised her eyebrows and smiled faintly. However, the shaking of her shoulders became more intense.

“Yes, there was a feeling of sadness because you actually deserved a higher position. But, seeing you struggle alone, developing your abilities until you succeeded in achieving that position, I was very proud. But again, I could only say congratulations. I couldn't hug or pat you on the back. I couldn't."

“A lot of people think I really care about Frank. I often visited his room, asked how he was doing, and brought him food. But no one knows that actually ... I did all that to be able to see you, to hear your voice, to know how you are."

"Even though I don't deserve to be called a mother, I still want to show my love."

Jeremy froze. His heart trembled hearing all those words. Silently, he bowed his head, remembering all the times that had passed.

“You are wrong, Ma’am. There is one person who knows.”

Jeremy's voice succeeded in freezing Vivian's tears. Slowly, she straightened her back again and raised her eyebrows. "Who?"

“I know,” Jeremy answered in a soft voice. "I know that all this time, my mother has been secretly watching me."

Vivian gaped wide. Covering her mouth with one hand, she sighed in disbelief, “You know?”

Jeremy didn't nod. His neck was too stiff.

"Every time you visited Frank's office, your eyes glanced at me more often. Every time you asked me how he's doing, you always asked how I'm doing first. And every time you brought Frank something, you gave it to me too, Mother.”

Vivian flinched. Her eyes trembled for a moment until she got her senses back and burst into tears. Her voice became unclear. “You called me Mother? Do you still consider me mother?”

Jeremy raised the corner of his lips. “Louis and Emily said that the person who gave birth to us is our mother. Vivian Bell is the person who gave birth to me. Obviously, you are my mother.”

Vivian spontaneously grabbed Jeremy's hand. Her tight grip showed how much she didn't want to be separated.

“Thank you, Jeremy. Thank you for considering me your mother. Thank you."

Compassion flooded Jeremy's heart. Involuntarily, a teardrop escaped from the edge of his eye. "And one more thing you should know."

The curve of Vivian's lips tightened again. Her red eyes looked at Jeremy worriedly. “What?”

“Your case is different from Rowan Harper's case. The man died in regret along with his pride, without having time to apologize. But you have apologized. You won’t die in loneliness one day.”

Vivian sighed deeply again. Her head moved forward, looking at his son more closely. “Do you forgive me?”

Jeremy smiled even though it felt awkward. “Even Louis and Emily are willing to forgive their cruel great-grandfather. I would be ashamed if I couldn’t forgive you. Let's make peace, Mother."