My Love for You Broke Me

Chapter 630

Chapter 630 Misleading the Young

Shawn's trip to Iceland was delayed. It was noon when we returned to Finland. He hugged River and Skyler as if completing a task. Then, he talked with Eilam for a while before heading upstairs to rest in his room. Seeing his tired expression, I couldn't help but find it amusing, yet I felt sorry for him. Thus, in the afternoon, I did not disturb his sleep by going back to the room. At night, I myself prepared dinner for the children.

I did not call Shawn downstairs to join us for the meal. Eilam asked out of concern, "Mother, should we wait for Father to have dinner together?"

I shook my head and smiled. "He's been very tired lately, so let's not call him. I'll bring his food to the room later."

"Okay, I'll help you."

Eilam obediently helped me serve the food and even took the initiative to wash the dishes after dinner. Even though we had household staff to handle such chores, I did not reject his offer. After all, running a household required collective effort. Encouraging him to wash dishes could instill a sense of responsibility and diligence in him. It seemed to be the right way to educate children, though I was not entirely sure. I followed the general principles, and it should work out fine. Moreover, Eilam was sensible, and he did not need constant guidance. His character did not require deliberate cultivation, but as his mother, I still had to take on some responsibilities.

I shared these thoughts in the group chat, and May was quick to tease me. 'Ree, be careful not to mislead the kids! You should let Shawn handle their education.'

'...'

I was speechless.

Emma said, 'But Shawn misleads the young as well!'

Shawn, who had been silent in the group chat, suddenly replied with an ellipsis, '...'

Shawn was awake!

Emma was never afraid of Shawn. She even went on to explain, 'Children raised by that cold and emotionless Shawn will inevitably turn out cold and uninteresting. Kevin might be a better fit, but he's far too unreliable. After some thought, I believe free-range parenting is the best approach. So, Renee, don't worry too much!'

Shawn's response was concise. 'Emma, see you at the headquarters tomorrow.'

Immediately, Emma's attitude changed completely. 'Shawn, I was wrong. Please forgive me! Oh, by the way, I feel a bit dizzy. Can I take a day off tomorrow?'

Shawn did not reply to Emma.

In fact, he did not utter another word in the group chat. Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.

Emma pitifully tagged me. 'I'm not feeling well.'

I asked her with concern, 'What's wrong?'

'I want to take a day off and rest at home tomorrow.'

I replied, 'Shawn is your boss, not me.'

'Renee, my stomach is hurting again.'

I said resignedly, 'Telling me won't help. I'm not your immediate boss. Besides, Shawn won't do anything to you.'

Christopher, who rarely participated in the chat, spoke up, 'Don't be afraid, Emmie.'

Setting my phone aside, I carried the food upstairs. At that time, Shawn was changing his clothes in the room. I asked him, "Are you going out?"

"Yeah, I need to take care of some matters at the company."

He's definitely not going to the company to deal with Emma!

Shawn is not that free.

"Finish eating before you leave."

Shawn obediently ate. After finishing the meal, he wrapped his arms around me and said, "Go to bed early. Don't wait for me."

"Okay, be careful of your wound."

Shawn kissed my forehead and left. I saw him off downstairs before returning to the room and asking Eilam, "Shall we go out for a stroll?"

"Sure. I'll carry Skyler."

I carried Ree while Eilam carried Skyler. Eins and Zwei rushed out and had fun upon having my permission. However, they were especially obedient and always stayed close to us, as if they were afraid that they would be abandoned.

I asked Eilam, "Do you still have training later?"

"Yes, I need to work on my physical fitness, but I can't overdo it since I'm in puberty. So, I've been doing more gentle exercises lately."

I asked gently, "Is it still the same bodyguard training you?"

"Yes, he's really good."

"Of course, your father has chosen the best one for you."

Eilam nodded and said, "Thank you."

"Don't mention it. I'm your mother."

Suddenly, Eilam appeared hesitant. Uncertainty flickered in his eyes. Sensing his inner conflict, I asked him what was on his mind. After a moment of hesitation, he said, "I've decided not to go back to the Yonder family. I've never felt happy there. I want to change my last name to match Father's."

Had Eilam made such a significant decision so quickly?

I patiently said, "Your father gave you two years to think about it carefully. Eilam, no matter what choice you make, I will stand by you. As long as it's your wish, I'll support it."

I paused and reminded him, "You still have doubts in your heart."

He shook his head and explained, "I'm just not sure what I can bring to the Xenos family. I fear that I might be incapable, and my existence will disappoint you."

I gently reassured him, "That won't happen. You're my son. No matter what kind of life you choose or what kind of person you become, I will support you. You're a part of the Xenos family."

"Mother, I want to become a useful person for the Xenos family. I want to be able to assist Skyler. Only then I can repay your kindness in taking me in."

"Mother, I want to become a useful person for the Xenos family. I want to be able to assist Skyler. Only then I can repay your kindness in taking me in."

I shook my head seriously and said, "You're wrong."

Eilam asked, confused, "Where did I go wrong?"

"Eilam, the purpose of me adopting you was never for you to be a mere companion for Skyler. There are already plenty of capable people in the Xenos family, and you don't have to be one of them. I hope you understand that you have your own future, and it won't be worse than Skyler's, nor worse than anyone else's! You are unique, my son, and I want you to live for yourself. I only want you to protect this family that has adopted you when you have the ability to. Do you understand?"

Eilam's eyes widened in surprise, and he paused for a long while before calling out to me, "Renee, you're different. Your ideas, your way of thinking, everything about you is unique. I really admire you."

I freed up one hand and playfully tapped his head. "You're acting out of line. Don't call me by my name like you used to! River is so energetic! Let's swap. You'll hold her, and I'll hold the well-behaved Skyler."

We swapped the children we were holding on to, and after walking for a while, I felt my legs getting tired. It was probably because the sequela of my past injuries had not completely disappeared.

I ended the walk early and headed back to the villa. I prepared formula milk for the twins, while Eilam exercised on the lawn.

He started with a jog.

Suddenly, I thought of Shawn.

He should also be exercising regularly.

Otherwise, he would not maintain such a good figure!

In fact, everything Shawn did require a level of perseverance that was challenging for ordinary people like us to maintain.

For him, it's just a way of life.

It seemed that he had rarely enjoyed his life.

The nanny reminded me, "Mrs. Xenos, the formula milk is too concentrated."

I poured out a small amount and asked, "How about now?"

"Yes, that looks just right."

After preparing the formula milk for the children, I played with them for a while before going upstairs. As soon as I lay down on the bed, Amy invited me to play a game with her.

We had our microphones on, and she shared her recent updates with me, saying, "I'm joining a filming production tomorrow! But I just received some news."

While playing the game, I asked, "What news?"

"Troy's family is asking him to enlist in the military."