Elijah remained silent for a long time.
Although he had lost his parents at an early age and never experienced their love, at least he had never felt the heartache of being with loved ones but not receiving love.
“I know, what I’m doing is selfish…”
“I understand.” Elijah wasn’t angry, and he had already come to this realization long ago.
He and Freya were equals.
He shouldn’t let her sacrifice herself for his sake.
That wouldn’t be fair.
After Sacha’s incident, Freya had been mentally exhausted, and he hadn’t provided her with enough comfort, even causing conflicts with her.
Elowen was taken aback for a moment, “You really don’t mind?”
Elijah said, “This is my fault.”
Elowen had many things she wanted to say.
She was determined to fight for her daughter’s right to work, no matter what.
But she never expected Elijah to be so understanding.
For a moment, she didn’t know what to say.
Elijah stood up, “I still have some work to take care of.”
Elowen hurriedly said, “Go ahead.”
“Oh, and today…”
Elijah turned back, “We are family, it’s nothing.”
Elowen felt a bit embarrassed.
Elijah stopped in his tracks and said to Elowen, “I’m really happy that Freya has you as her mother. It’s her good fortune and mine.”
He could clearly feel that Elowen was genuinely concerned about Freya.
As a mother, Elowen was qualified.
Elowen was a bit confused about Elijah’s words. But looking at his expression, she knew he was serious.
…
Freya returned in the afternoon, around three or four o’clock.
After getting off the plane, instead of going home immediately, she went to the hospital.
She hadn’t been to the hospital for two days.
Freya had just started her new job and she didn’t want to leave a bad impression by not showing up for two consecutive days.
But it seemed that her fears had become reality.
As soon as she reached the entrance of the hospital, she saw Lane Glover talking to another colleague.
“In the meeting, I clearly expressed my support. It’s because I’ve offended her before, and I’m afraid she’ll make things difficult for me.”
The colleague raised an eyebrow, “So you were pretending to support her?”
In fact, Lane Glover was indeed moved by Freya’s words. Being able to muster the courage to stand up and express clear support had its own ulterior motives. She was afraid that Freya would suppress her in the future.
“I always do things in a straightforward manner and don’t like to engage in backstabbing. Don’t worry, I won’t take your words to heart.”
When Lane Glover heard that voice, her body stiffened. She didn’t even dare to turn around.
Freya walked in with big strides.
Lane Glover felt so embarrassed. After a brief hesitation, she ran up and tried to explain, “Mrs Silverton, please listen to me…”
Freya stopped in her tracks, her eyes coldly fixed on her, “Focus on your work and stop thinking about unnecessary matters. I don’t like office politics, nor do I like fence-sitters. I hope you know how to take care of yourself.”
Lane Glover grabbed hold of Freya’s clothes, “I’m sorry.”
At that moment, she truly realized that she was in the wrong.
Freya didn’t say anything, she just pulled her hand away.
Neo Miller, on the other hand, genuinely appreciated Freya. Surprised to see her, he asked, “It’s almost quitting time. Why did you come at this hour?”
“Your face looks terrible. Have you not been resting well these past few days? How is your injured family member doing?”
Freya shook her head, as she hadn’t gone back yet and didn’t know.
She took a look around and was relieved to see that everyone hadn’t slacked off in their work just because she wasn’t there.
She felt relieved.
“Do you want to go back and rest?” Neo Miller, who had never been fond of her, suddenly showed concern.
In this cold place, Freya felt a hint of warmth.
However, she didn’t immediately go back; instead, she went to her office.
She had intended to take a short rest, but unexpectedly fell asleep.
When she woke up, it was already nine o’clock in the evening.
She hurriedly went back.
The children had already fallen asleep early.
Freya hadn’t even had time to clean herself up these past two days, covered in dust and disheveled.
Instead of going to see her children, she decided to take a shower first.
When she pushed open the bedroom door, she saw Elijah.
He had just come out of the bathroom.
Elijah was clad in a crisp white bathrobe, which hugged his well-built frame. The robe was slightly open, revealing his sturdy chest, teasingly hidden beneath. His dark, damp hair fell over his eyebrows, making him look more approachable.
Their gazes locked, and time stood still.