“What isn’t yours never stays yours,” Jessica added smugly.
I didn’t respond. Instead, I took out two passports and held them up.
“Mark, the visas came through last week. I’m taking Noah and Lily to London. For good.”
His expression froze. Jessica reacted first.
“Are you out of your mind?” she snapped. “Do you even know how expensive that is? Where would you get that kind of money?”
I looked at them quietly. “That’s no longer your concern.”
Right then, a black luxury SUV pulled up outside. A driver stepped out, opening the door respectfully.
“Miss Emily, the car is ready.”
Mark’s face darkened. “What is this?”
I didn’t answer. I picked up Lily, took Noah’s hand, and looked at him one last time.
“Don’t worry,” I said. “We won’t be part of your life anymore.”
As I stepped outside, the driver handed me an envelope.
“From Mr. Daniel, ma’am. Everything is compiled.”
Inside the car, I let out a slow breath. Outside, Mark and Jessica were already arguing, completely unaware of what was about to unfold.
As we drove through Manhattan, Noah stared out the window.
“Mom… will Dad visit us?”
I brushed his hair gently. “We’re starting fresh. Just us.”
My phone buzzed.
Daniel: They’re all at the clinic. Everything is ready.
