Filed to story: My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me (Audrey & Cornell)
Audrey assumed those targeted the kindergarten Janey had attended must have found out about the tight security of West lake Villa.
The more Audrey thought about the whole incident, the more anxious she became. Suddenly, her eyes darkened. No matter who was behind all this, that person was bold enough to target her daughter. Once she found out who that son of a bitch was, she swore to teach that person a lesson. A tough and unforgettable one.
But at this moment, Audrey’s priority was to locate Janey. She could only find time to think about other things after she was sure that Janey was safe and sound.
Audrey struggled to stand up from the lawn, feeling exhausted. Since it was already late, the kindergarten was lonely and quiet. She was deadly worried about Janey. With efforts to hold back her tears, she focused on the mission of finding Janey.
Suddenly, countless lights were turned on at the same time. The unexpected brightness made Audrey squint.
In an instant, the entire kindergarten became as bright as day.
It turned out that Cornell had brought in a lot of lighting equipment, lighting up the tens of thousands of square meters of kindergarten.
The change in the environment seemed to have raised hope in Audrey’s heart.
Cornell walked over to Audrey and handed her a handkerchief to wipe her tears.
Audrey sniffed and said gratefully, “Thank you.” At this moment, she put aside all the grudges in her heart and sincerely thanked Cornell for his kindness.
With so many lights brightening every corner of the kindergarten, Janey would no longer be scared, no matter where she hid.
When Cornell saw the tears streaming down Audrey’s face, he felt distressed. His heart ached. He asked in a low voice, “Does Janey have any special place she likes to hide?”
Cornell thought that Janey must hide somewhere special where she could stay alone. Otherwise, it was impossible that she did not notice so many people were looking for her.
Audrey was a little surprised. Cornell was clever, having guessed Janey’s special trait.
“When Janey was smaller, she used to keep everything to herself. She seldom talked to anyone. But after the treatment, she got much better,”
Audrey replied.
Janey was a smart and kind girl. And she was more sensitive than other children her age.
In front of Audrey and other people who cared about her, Janey was always well-behaved, acting like an innocent girl. Maybe because she didn’t want them to worry about her.
But no matter what, Janey was still a child. Sometimes, it was hard for her to hold back her emotions.
Actually, Audrey chose to come back for two reasons. First, she wanted to fulfill her mother’s last wish. Second, she hoped that Janey would feel more comfortable in Ardlens and get along with her peers without the language barrier.
Cornell pondered for a moment. Then, he said, “I have an idea. Maybe this will make Janey come out by herself.”
Audrey didn’t know what Cornell was up to. But when she saw him make a phone call with a solemn look, she felt a sense of relief. Her gut feeling told her that she could trust Cornell. For some reason, she believed that Cornell must have a way to find Janey.
Soon, someone arrived at the kindergarten and laid out the tools Cornell asked on the playground.
Countless lanterns were spread all over the ground. Every lantern had words written on it.
“Janey, you are the best child in the world.”
“Janey, your mommy is waiting for you at the playground.”
“Janey, you are the apple of our eye.”
“Janey, let’s go to the amusement park together.”
When everyone in the playground saw these encouraging words, tears unconsciously streamed down their faces.
The teachers and the school staff helped put up these lanterns everywhere, further lighting the kindergarten.
As all these lanterns were hung around, the heart-warming words on the lanterns made a touching scene, illuminating and warming everyone’s heart.
Audrey looked around. Those small spots of light shone in her eyes.
Suddenly, she burst into tears again.
Cornell half squatted by Audrey’s side and put one hand to support her back. He fixed his eyes on her, totally ignoring the lanterns.
It was noisy around them, but Cornell felt that the world suddenly became quiet. It was as if there were only the two of them in the world. For Cornell, this moment was extremely precious.
At this time, a staggering voice sounded not far away. “Mommy…”
Audrey turned around and saw Janey running toward her. Janey’s clothes were filled with dirt.
Audrey immediately rushed over and held Janey in her arms. “Janey…
Finally, we found you!”
Audrey hugged Janey in her arms even tighter. “Janey…”
Audrey could no longer hold back her tears. They streamed down her face uncontrollably. “Janey, you scared me to death.”
Janey’s little face was also filled with dirt. Her eyelashes flickered as she started to cry. She looked guilty as she said between sobs, “Mommy, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have hidden…”
When Audrey heard this, her heart ached. She bit her lower lip to suppress her sobs. Then, she hugged Janey more tightly. Janey was only four years old. But she was such a sweet and sensible child.
She knew when to feel guilty and apologize. It was as if she could already understand everything.
Audrey reached out and wiped Janey’s tears. Then, she asked seriously, “Tell me, what did the bad person say to you?”
Audrey knew Janey wouldn’t forget this traumatic experience today unless they figured out what Janey had heard from that crazy netizen and addressed it properly.
Janey pursed her lips. It seemed she was thinking about something.
Then, she lowered her head and said nothing. She didn’t want to recount those harsh words.
Upon seeing this, Audrey held Janey’s hands and coaxed, “Janey, you have to let me know what you’ve heard from that bad person. Then, I will tell you whether it’s true or not.”
Janey raised her head and looked at Audrey. And when she felt Audrey’s warm gaze, her eyes turned red and tears welled up again.
She curled her lips and recounted, “That person said you are a bad woman and a home wrecker, and you make a living by seducing other women’s husbands. That’s why you can afford to send me to such an expensive kindergarten…”
“Janey, do you believe those words?”
Janey shook her head vigorously. “No. My name is Janey Foster. My grandpa has a lot of money. Since you are his daughter, you also have a lot of money. I am your baby, so I’m rich, too.”
This was exactly what Annis had told Janey. What Annis said was not entirely right. But Audrey knew Annis said so out of kindness, wanting Janey not to feel inferior to other children.
“That’s right, my darling. I never steal or rob from anyone. Actually, I don’t depend on your grandpa. I work hard to earn money to pay for your tuition fee. No matter what others say, I am nothing like that.
Do you believe me?”
Janey nodded.
“So, why did you hide?”
Janey pursed her lips again. “That bad person also said that I am a bastard because my daddy doesn’t want me and that I am a piece of rubbish, and no one wants me…”
This time, Janey could no longer continue pretending to be strong.
She leaned her little head on Audrey’s shoulder and burst into tears.
She broke down.
“Janey, don’t believe her nonsense, okay? That bad person just wants to make you cry.”
Janey sobbed. Her tears began to wet Audrey’s shoulder.
Suddenly, Audrey felt like her heart was stabbed by a knife. She could hardly breathe.
“It’s not true. You have a daddy. Don’t you remember him? His name is Kabir. He loves you deeply. And right now, he is looking at you from heaven,” Audrey explained in a trembling voice, holding Janey’s chubby hand.
Audrey knew that not having a father had always been a thorn in Janey’s heart. But she didn’t expect that the thorn kept piercing deeper, and this matter had already hurt Janey this much.
Suddenly, a slap sound was heard. It turned out Janey slapped Audrey’s hand away and snapped, “Mommy, you are lying!”
Janey’s face was now covered with tears. “You always say that Kabir is my father. But I have never dreamed of him. If he is really my father, why doesn’t he ever appear in my dreams?”
Audrey was at a loss, not knowing how to answer Janey’s question.
Janey became more emotional. Suddenly, she wriggled herself out of Audrey’s embrace and ran away.
“Janey!” Audrey wanted to chase after Janey. However, Cornell stopped her. He looked at her and said, “Let me try.”
After saying this, Cornell strode over and caught Janey. He held her in his arms.
At first, Janey struggled hard. However, when Cornell whispered something in her ear, she suddenly became obedient.
Cornell walked a little bit far and put Janey down. He knelt on the ground and looked at Janey’s face. “Janey, may I have a word with you?”
Janey turned her head away in anger and snarled, “No! I don’t want to listen to you. I hate you!”