Chapter 6: Only One Can Stay
(Caleb's POV)
Amelia's words left me speechless. The brief flicker of guilt I'd felt vanished instantly. Beside me, Celine began to cry again, her delicate shoulders shaking.
"It's all my fault," she sobbed, her voice breaking. "I'm to blame for having such a mother. If you hate me, Amelia, you can hit me or scold me, but please don't blame Caleb."
Before I could stop her, Celine pulled her hand from mine. Biting her lip with a martyred expression, she took small, determined steps toward Amelia. She reached Amelia and grabbed her hand imploringly.
"Are you planning to kneel and apologize for your birth mother's crimes?" Amelia asked coldly.
Celine immediately began to sink to her knees. I lunged forward and caught her arm just in time.
"This isn't Celine
