Chapter 816 It’s Best to Put an End to It
Nicholas paid no heed to it and his gaze landed on Hathaway, who was in a melancholic mood. Although he pitied her for losing her daughter, it did not mean that he would allow her to direct the anger at Tessa. After all, his wife did nothing wrong.
“You know that Kathleen doesn’t have to take it this far. She had the chance to change, but she chose otherwise.”
Clutching tightly onto the blanket, Hathaway was at a loss for words because it was true that her daughter had a few chances to turn a new leaf. However, her daughter was gone now!
Staring at the silent woman, he was aware that she was trying to avoid the situation and hence the frosty tone. “I know you don’t wanna face the reality, but the one who was hurt during the identity exchange was my wife, not me. Even if it was my unborn baby, it is innocent and doesn’t deserve that. He hasn’t seen the world and yet, he lost his rights to speak up for himself.”
Every single word of his was pure torment for her. She was aware that she should not blame Tessa, but she could not help it! Kathleen was her only daughter! Tears began to pour at the thought of that.
Looking at Hathaway, who burst into a silent cry, Nicholas could read her thoughts from her expression, albeit wordless. He sighed before saying in a gentle voice, “Miss Hathaway, you’re Tessa’s teacher and I know that I should treat you with reverence. However, my wife did absolutely nothing wrong in this matter. She’s worried about you and is blaming herself because of this. She didn’t even sleep last night. By the time I rush here today, she still feels awful about herself.”
She pursed her lips and slightly turned her head sideways as though she was refusing to hear such words. Still, it was within his expectations and he was not bothered at all.
“Regardless whether you’re willing to face the reality or not, it’s not Tessa’s fault. You’ve chosen her as your disciple because of her talent, yet your daughter grew jealous and picked on her, including destroying her millions worth violin. Although she was threatened, she tolerated Kathleen’s antics since you’re her teacher. She avoided Kathleen as much as she could and never once had she offended Kathleen before. Do you think it’s right for you to pass the buck to a victim?”
Hathaway’s heart squeezed at the last question as the guilt stirred in her. In addition to Kathleen’s death, it was so suffocating that she could barely breathe. She knew that it was unbecoming of her to blame Tessa, but…
“Since she has forgiven Kathleen so many times, why can’t she let Kathleen go this time for my sake?” She glared at Nicholas resentfully.
Vexed, he was utterly speechless by how she was taking Tessa’s concession for granted.
“If someone’s coming after your daughter’s life, will you be able to forgive that person?”
Of course not, she responded in her head.
As if he had heard her reply, he continued, “See? You can’t even bring yourself to forgive that person, so why are you asking my wife to do that much?”
Hathaway could not retaliate to his remarks. Knowing that the issue would be an untangled knot, Nicholas simply gave up on persuading her as he coldly claimed, “If you need someone to bear the hatred, just come at me. I was the one who stopped Rorion from saving Kathleen. We should pay the price for our wrong deeds, shouldn’t we?”
Having said that, he paused momentarily and added in a solemn voice, “I’m sorry for Kathleen’s death and I hope she’ll rest in peace. However, I think you’re not the teacher for Tessa, so please be aware that the contract you have with her is officially terminated.”
Hathaway’s body shuddered as she looked at him in disbelief. “Is this what she wants?”
“No. It’s my one-sided decision. I haven’t told her about it yet.” He raised his gaze to meet eyes with her. “I’ve been considering it for a while now, but I turned a blind eye because Tessa respects you and you’re an upright person who has never made her suffer. Still, considering what’s happening at the moment, I think it’s best to put an end to it.”
