Chapter 0147 He sighed and shook his head .


    Not even a little bit … but Irene … shes fragile , Gavin murmured, shaking his own head .


    Taking Ethan away from her would destroy her and I worry about what she might do if that happens .


    Shes my daughter and I only care about her happiness .


    I just hope Ethan shapes up once its time to marry her , so he never hurts her again .


    When I didnt say anything , his expression softened .


    Plus , Irene is an adult now .


    I cant exactly tell her what to do , as much as I want to , he continued .


    Youre a Lycan chairman , Gavin .


    Not to mention her father , I reminded him .


    You have every right to tell her what to do .


    But at the cost of my daughter ? He asked in return .


    I cant lose her , Judy .


    You out of everyone should know how important family is .


    His words struck a chord inside of me and for some reason , I felt a little hurt .


    I took a step back from him .


    Of course , I know how important family is , Gavin , I told him .


    Mine is falling apart and I would do anything to get things back to normal , but that doesnt seem to be happening , does it ? He furrowed his brows .


    What exactly are you talking about ? I stared at him dumbfounded .


    Did he really not know what was happening in my life ? Was he that self- centered that he had no idea how badly my family and were struggling ? It was like a p in the face and reality came crashing down around me .


    Gavin doesnt truly care about me … he only cared about having sex and getting his mother off his back .


    This was the arrangement , so I shouldnt be surprised , but it still hurt just the same .


    I bit my lip , fighting hard to keep the tears away .


    I think Im going to go home , I told him , turning away .


    My mother is probably wondering why I havent been home , and I really dont want to worry her .


    Are you upset ? Gavin asked , I could hear the frown his words .


    No , I lied .


    Its just been a long day , and you should probably spend some time with your family .


    They need you more than I do .


    Judy- Ill see youter , Gavin , I said quickly just as I rushed out the front doors of the Vi .


    Luckily , the driver was waiting outside and when he saw me running out the door , he opened the back door of the car for me .


    I smiled through my tears , grateful for Leroy .


    Are you returning home ? He asked me ..


    I nodded and slid into the backseat of the car .


    He shut the door and ran around to the drivers side , 1/2 getting into the car .


    Gavin stood at the doorway , watching me as the car drove off .


    He didnt bothering after me and it hurt a little more knowing that he cared so little about me that he didnt bother to stop me from leaving By the time I got home , I was exhausted .


    I thanked Lerby and slid out of the car .


    I made my way into the house , and I froze when I saw my mother seated on the couch beside Ethans mother , Meredith .


    They were both sipping on tea and chuckling about something .


    My heart nearly fell into my stomach when they both turned to face me .


    Well , look who decided to bless me with her visit , my mother said sarcastically .


    Where have you been ? Its been days since Ist saw you .


    I blushed and nced at the ground .


    Ive been spending the nights with Nan , I lied .


    Bothdies raised their brows ; they both saw me leaving the party with Gavin the other night and then neither saw me again after that .


    I knew they were suspicious after Gavin caused a scene in front of everybody , making it a point to protect me the entire evening .


    So , youve made up your mind then ? My mother asked , a sh of disappointment crossing her face .


    You are going to be living with her ? I hadnt even thought about it honestly , Ipletely forgot that my mother was nning on selling the house .


    I … uh , Im not sure , I told her , ncing at the ground sheepishly .


    Thats too bad , Meredith said , her eyes shing with mischief .


    We would have weed you our home with open arms .


    So , its official then ? I asked , my eyes never leave my mothers .


    You are selling the house ? She sighed and met my eyes , sorrow in her gaze as she nodded .


    The deal has already been made .


    Meredith just brought me the contract .


    One of her friends is interested in the house and purchased it with cash .


    We are moving in a couple days ….