Chapter 271


    rk stood silently by Esther’s side, at a loss for how to persuade her to trust Bradley again.


    “If Mr. Thomas were still alive and could see Felix, Tinkerbell, and Pixie, he would be pleased, “rk


    said.


    Bradley remained cold and indifferent. Despite its grandeur, the Warner Manorcked warmth until


    Esther married into the family. Over time, the manor gained a cozy and homely. atmosphere.


    arrogance


    Thomas had been particrly fond of Esther, fearing that Bradley’s coldness and would drive Esther


    away. rk had always believed that Esther would never leave Bradley, as her love for him was


    unwavering.


    But now, rk understood Esther’s current state of mind. She no longer loved Bradley, and perhaps


    she no longer wanted him, either.


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    Could a woman’s heart, once turned cold, be warmed again?


    “Grandpa Thomas was the best grandfather in the world,” Esther said.


    When the viral video portrayed her as betraying Bradley, only Thomas had believed and supported her.


    He had tirelessly sought the truth.


    Esther med the car ident five years ago for her imprisonment and separation from her children.


    Bradley might not have sent her to prison if it hadn’t happened.


    “Mr. Thomas was a good person,” rk murmured, feeling a pang of guilt. He had promised Thomas


    that he would take care of Bradley and Esther, but he wondered if he had failed in that duty.


    Shane’s confession ignited anger within Ben. He had always admired his father, but now he saw him as


    a fallen role model.


    “Dad, I hate you,” Ben dered, wiping away his tears. “You’ve be the type of person I despise


    the most. But don’t worry, from this day forward, I’ll remind myself not to be like you. I want to be


    someone pure-hearted who never betrays their beliefs.”


    Ben helped his mother to her feet and turned to Bradley. “Mr. Warner, if my fathermitted a crime,


    he should face the consequences. If you don’t want to report him, I can do it on your behalf.”


    Shane felt a sense of relief seeing his son’s determination and honesty. He saw his younger self


    reflected in Ben, remembering the time when he had been spirited and pure. But at what point had his


    life taken such an irreversible path?


    Bradley’s icy gaze fell upon Ben’s innocent face, and he couldn’t help but think of Felix. Would Felix


    grow up to be as firm in his convictions as Ben? But Felix would forever remain as he was now,


    confined to the ocean.


    A pang shot through Bradley’s heart, and a deep ache spread through his body.


    Kevin noticed Bradley’s difort and reached out to support him, asking with concern, Bradley, are


    you alright?”


    Bradleyposed himself and waved his hand dismissively.