However, the more Olivia pretended to be alright, the more heartbreaking it was to others. Jewel was anxious as she thought the two would solve their misunderstanding after seeing each other, but why did it feel like things had worsened?
âOlivia, why donât you head outside and talk to Eugene?â Olivia did not respond. After thinking about it, Jewel offered, âHow about I let him in, and you guys talk it out?â While she spoke, she was about to open the door.
At the same time, North also seemed anxious, hoping they would have a good conversation. Unexpectedly, Olivia piped up just as Jewel was almost at the door. âWhoever dares to open the door and let him in will become my enemy!â
Then, Jewel and North looked at Olivia on the bed. She remained motionless, and her voice sounded muffled. âOlivia, what is it that you canât talk it out in person?â
Olivia was sneering inside. What difference does it make? No matter what, he thinks of me as a fool. Meanwhile, North felt distressed for his mother and approached her. âMommy, we can forget about him if you donât like him.â
When she heard what he said, her tears instantly fell. She did not want her son to see her in such an embarrassing state, so she pulled the covers to cover her head. âGo to bed and leave me alone.â
Jewel tried to persuade her. âOlivia, you should give him a chance to explain. He does love you.â Oliviaâs voice came from under the covers. âPerhaps he loved me before, but Iâm not so sure now.â
Jewel replied, âHe still does! Otherwise, why would he be waiting outside?â Olivia angrily rebuked, âThatâs because he has a guilty conscience. He has an insatiable desire to two-time me, so stop persuading me. You guys go to bed and let me have some quiet time!â
Feeling resigned, Jewel sighed. âFine. You should come out, or youâll suffocate. North and I will be heading out now.â Since their room was a presidential suite, Jewel came out from the room and told North, âWash up and sleep.â The kid wore a grim face at her. âAunt Jewel, tell me what happened. How did they become like this?â
Seeing that she could not keep it hidden anymore, Jewel briefly explained what happened to North, but she did not mention Christoff. âYour mommy and I disguised ourselves and went to the Nambahd Palace and saw your daddy...â
After listening to the whole story, North was surprised. âHe almost got engaged to the Princess of Namb?â
Not wanting her explanation to be biased and affect his judgment, Jewel explained, âThey didnât get engaged. Your daddy refused and mightâve been under house arrest, so he was forced to attend the banquet.â
His expression remained cold. âIf others threatened him, and he couldnât escape, why didnât he threaten that princess back?â
She sighed. âThatâs what your mommy wants to know too. Everything wouldâve been fine if your daddy had told her the truth, but he didnât say anything, leading your mommy to overthink.â North reprimanded, âServes âem right!â
Confused, Jewel thought she had heard it wrong and glanced at him. âWho are you talking about?â âDaddy.â He glared at the door. âNow he wants to explain, but itâs a pity that Mommy doesnât want to hear it anymore.â
She was at a loss for how to react when she heard that. The little fellow would not hesitate to stand beside his mother.
âLetâs go to bed.â He urged before adding, âWait. I need to prepare ice cubes for Mommy. She cried, so her eyes will be swollen tomorrow morning.â