Morning came, but Bella hadn’t slept. A sharp headache pulsed behind her eyes. She had spent the entire night tending to Zara, who now seemed much better. But one thing was sure, Bella had made up her mind.
She packed her bag, lifted Zara gently, and carried her downstairs.
Lucian was sitting in the living room. He looked up as she dragged the suitcase down the steps.
“What are you doing?” he asked.
“I’m leaving. I’m done with this deal, and I’m taking Zara with me.”
He gave a short, bitter laugh. “You amuse me, you know that? First you sneak around and f**k my business rival behind my back, and now you think you can just walk out of here and drag the child into the same miserable life your parents gave you.”
Bella tightened her grip on Zara and met his eyes without flinching.
“Don’
