Chapter 1886
âBut how did he know that my mother was in this hospital room?â
Ellinor harbored a deep animosity toward her father, especially on behalf of her mother, who had
been deeply wounded by him.
"He really has the audacity to show up in front of my mom again! Bertha, rest assured, there won't
be a next time!â
Absolutely not!
Once Baber was discharged, and things settled down here, she would confront McNeil and warn
him.
Yet, Bertha sighed again, âEllinor, do you think your mother's heartache will cease simply by not
seeing your father? All these years, Marlinie has been wandering around, never truly happy!
One reason is the loss of you. She believes she failed to protect you and caused your death. The
other is heartbreak!
She despises your father, that's certain. But if there had never been love, how could such profound
hatred arise?
When your mother first fled the Howard family, she was barely in her thirties. With her charm, she
had plenty of men courting her wherever she went. However, she never paid attention to any of
them. Why do you think that is?â
Ellinor pondered Bertha's words seriously, âMaybe because she was hurt too deeply, she lost faith in
love.â
Bertha nodded, âThere is that factor, but I believe the main reason is that she never forgot your
father. In her eyes, no one could measure up to him. That's why she never accepted anyone's
affection, giving no chance to others.â
Ellinor faltered, âBertha, are you saying... my mom... still loves McNeil?â
Bertha replied, âThat's what I believe. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been so agitated when McNeil
appeared in front of her just now. No matter how traumatic the past was, almost two decades have
passed, things should have calmed down. But your mother hasn't moved on. All these years, it's as if
sheâs been trapped in a cycle, unable to escape.â
Ding!
The elevator doors opened, and Bertha slowly walked out.
Ellinor followed Berthaâs steps thoughtfully, âBertha, what do you suggest we do to help my mother
move on?â
Bertha said, âThe day your mother can see your father without becoming agitated, when she can
face him calmly, that's when she will have truly moved on. Otherwise, even if you forbid your father
from seeing your mother, she won't get better. She'll just hide her pain and pretend to forgetâ
Ellinor's eyes darkened slightly, as if she understood, âBut I believe that man is not worth another
moment of my mother's affection!â Bertha turned her head, looking gently at Ellinor, âEllinor, you've
deeply loved a man. You should understand that feeling. Often in matters of the heart, it's not about
what others think is worth it, but what the person involved thinks. Your mother has never let go of
your father, and judging from how he acted when he saw your mother just now, I believe your
father has never let go of her either. If there's a misunderstanding between them, helping them
clear it will be beneficial, don't you think?â
Ellinor furrowed her brows in contemplation.
Yes, Bertha was right!
McNeil never let go of her mother, evident from the care he took of the flowers her mother once
cherished.