Chapter 68 My Image
I stood up, holding Oliver’s small hand tightly in mine, and I had no intention of letting go.
Charlotte had regained her normal thinking by now, looking at me displeased. “You’re still sick and running around. Your hair looks like this. Not to blame you, Daisy, but really, you’ve let yourself go! You should pay more attention to your image.”
Her words were like an ice pick, piercing into my heart, causing every cell in my body to shiver.
Image?
In my heart, I sneered. My current image, isn’t it all because of you? Shameless, treating me like a fool?
Amelia did have a good image, but she used my money to decorate her facade.
Now, she shamelessly criticized my image. After enjoying good days for a few years, she forgets herself, looking like a mess and worrying about food and clothing?
One day, I’ll make you return to your past.
I gritted my teeth, composed my emotions, and calmly sat on the sofa with Oliver. I looked directly at Charlotte, replying without humility, “Mom, my illness gets better, and I need to go out.”
I raised my hand to tidy up my short hair. “When the illness was severe, I had severe hair loss, so I cut it for the sake of my life! Indeed, I need to pay more attention to my image. Even you can’t stand it now!”
Charlotte looked cold, a stark contrast to when she saw Amelia.Content property of NôvelDra/ma.Org.
She sternly looked at Oliver. “Aren’t you going to do your homework?”
Oliver, scared, tried to pull his hand back. I tightened my grip, not letting go, and looked at Charlotte. “Mom, did Oliver do something to upset you?”
“You ask him yourself. Always misbehaving, getting into fights with classmates. I really owe it to you. Can’t have a day of peace!” Charlotte complained.
“I’ll take him back then! It’s really worrying for you. Take a break, and I’ll take care of him!” I used the opportunity to take Oliver away and retorted, “Kids are always naughty! I remember you telling me before that Robert and the others were also naughty when they were young, but they all turned out well! Look, Mom was right. They’re all doing well at the company now!”
I smiled lightly and continued, “I’ll take him back, and you can have a rest!”
“No, Robert said you’re seriously ill and not suitable to take care of the child!” Charlotte probably didn’t expect me to do this suddenly and tried to stop me. “You better focus on your treatment!”
“I need to treat my illness, but it doesn’t prevent me from taking care of the child. Your health is also important. Illness comes without warning. I suddenly collapsed, fortunately, I was lucky enough to survive. The company has everyone taking care of it, and I should take care of my child. Otherwise, how can I justify it!” I said, standing up. “I won’t have dinner here tonight. I’ll take Oliver to eat something casual and educate him a bit!”
“What do you mean? He’s been here since he was little. Can’t I educate him? You suddenly come and want to take him away. Did I abuse him? You’re seriously ill and weak. If you get worse one day, won’t you have to send him back? Whose instructions should he follow in the end?” Charlotte had a displeased expression and spoke quite harshly.
“He’ll listen to whoever is right!” My tone suddenly became firm. “Your education is correct. Otherwise, how can he achieve something? Now that I’ve realized it, I won’t be weak and ill anymore!”
“What are you implying? Take him away if you want. How do I explain this to Robert?” She stood up to block my way.
“Mom! I’m taking the child home. What needs explaining? Since it’s Robert’s idea, I’ll call him and ask.” I had no intention of backing down.
Just as I took out my phone to call Robert, unexpectedly, Robert walked in, pushing the door open.