The Windfalls of Love (Roxanne and Harrison)

Chapter 269

Roxanne appeared before Vincent, cradling her infant daughter.

Vincent was overwhelmed with emotion, tears welling up in his eyes.

The little darling, barely two months old, was incredibly adorable.

Her tiny mouth moved as if seeking milk, her chubby cheeks hinting at a healthy baby.

If Roxanne hadn't told him she was born prematurely, Vincent would never have believed it.

The baby's small hand clutched something tightly in her blanket.

When Vincent reached out to her, her tiny hand took hold of his finger.

Her hand was so small, yet it grasped his finger tightly.

The soft, adorable feeling reached straight to Vincent's heart.

He was completely smitten.

How could there be such an adorable little girl in this world?

This was his granddaughter!

His own flesh and blood!

Roxanne had managed to raise a premature baby so well.

It must have taken a lot of effort and dedication.

"Roxanne, I can't thank you enough," Vincent said, his eyes full of gratitude and admiration.

He couldn't take his eyes off the adorable little girl, but his main concern was Roxanne's well-being.

"Roxanne, most women gain weight after giving birth. But you seem to have lost weight. How much did

you suffer?"

Giving birth was like a walk through the valley of the shadow of death.

Roxanne had given birth prematurely at seven months, and although she hadn't told Vincent how close

she had been to not waking up, he had a fair idea.

"Roxanne, you must have suffered a lot after giving birth."

Roxanne didn't want to talk about the near-death experience.

"It wasn't that bad. Every woman goes through this when they give birth. I'm no exception," she said,

dismissing his concerns.

She handed the baby to Vincent.

"Dad, hold your granddaughter. I know you've always loved girls. Come on, hold her!"

Vincent was eager to hold the little darling.

He was so excited that he was momentarily paralyzed.

After a while, he took the baby and sat down on the couch, his heart full of joy.

Roxanne sat across from him, "Dad, isn't she adorable!"

"Adorable, absolutely adorable," Vincent replied, his eyes never leaving the baby. "What's her name?"

Roxanne answered, "I gave her a name when she was born, but we'll give her another name as we are

backing home. We haven't decided on the name yet."

Vincent was slightly taken aback, "Born abroad?"

"Yes," Roxanne confirmed.

Vincent looked at Roxanne, concern and sympathy in his eyes.

"Roxanne, did you choose to give birth abroad so that Harrison couldn't contest custody and your

daughter would automatically have local citizenship?"

Roxanne didn't want to discuss Harrison's potential cruelty.

She knew what it felt like to lose everything.

"I've lost so much in my life. My parents when I was four, my first love when I was twenty, and my

husband when I was twenty-nine. I can't bear to lose my daughter. I want to hold on to her custody and

guardianship rights. I gave birth abroad and got her a local passport out of desperation."

"Dad, I'm sorry I couldn't give your granddaughter a proper recognition of her heritage, but I need you

to understand. I can't lose my daughter!"

Vincent understood, "Roxanne, I'm not blaming you. I just hope you don't see Harrison as cruel."

"Dad!" Roxanne wiped away her tears, "Today is about introducing you to your granddaughter, not

about our past. Dad, don't worry. Even though I hold the custody and guardianship rights, she will

always be your granddaughter. You can visit her anytime. I won't stop you."

After all, having a kind and loving grandfather for her precious daughter was a joy, not a burden!

Vincent genuinely cared for Roxanne.

He solemnly promised, "I won't let Harrison take your child away. I promise!"

"Dad!" Roxanne was choked with emotion again, "Thank you!" Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

"Don't mention it. I truly consider you as my own daughter. There's no need for formalities."

Vincent quickly handed Roxanne a tissue.

She dabbed at her eyes, trying to stem the flow of tears.

"Roxanne, my son hasn't been fair to you. You raising a child and still having the grace to allow me to

acknowledge my precious granddaughter, I'm truly grateful."

Just as she had wiped her tears away, Roxanne's voice choked up again.

"Dad, please don't say things like that. I had promised you that I would give you a granddaughter. How

could I possibly deny you the chance to be a granddad? But I just couldn't get along well with her

father, I really tried my best."

Vincent's tears started to flow, "Roxanne, don't blame yourself, it's not your fault. It's all Harrison's

doing, so don't beat yourself up."

He reached out, gently wiping away Roxanne's tears. "Look at us, both in tears. Let's stop crying, let's

lighten the mood. Zoey, bring up the things I've prepared."