Chapter 7 - Tom Reveals The Identity Of Leo’s Real Mother
Downstairs in the living room, Tom stood up and looked down at Leo, realizing he needed to confess the entire ugly truth.
“Your mother... where is Elena right now, Leo? Why hasn't she come forward after all these years?” Tom asked grimly.
Leo wiped his tears away with his sleeve, looking up at Tom with cold, accusing eyes that mirrored an adult’s gaze.
“She didn't want anything to do with you after you bought her off to keep her quiet,” Leo spat out sharply.
Tom recoiled as if he had been physically struck, remembering the massive financial settlement he had paid a decade ago.
“I didn't buy her off; we mutually agreed that a public scandal would ruin both of our professional careers,” Tom defended.
“She left me with the nanny while she traveled the world, and you put me in this house like a dirty secret!” Leo yelled.
The brutal reality of his past actions crashed down on Tom, showing him the toxic monster he had inadvertently created.
He had prioritized his corporate reputation and social standing over a child’s emotional well-being, breeding pure resentment.
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“I’m going to fix this, Leo... I swear to God I am going to make things right for everyone,” Tom promised weakly.
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