Harry tried to run after his mother, but Aurelia caught him and stopped him. In response, he threw himself to the ground, thrashing and crying. His brother stood by the door, saying nothing, but his eyes welled with unshed tears.
“It’s alright, don’t cry,” Aurelia comforted Harry, lifting him off the floor and hugging him. “I’m here.”
Kane beelined for the door, determined to follow Cynthia and get some answers. Maude waylaid him. “Leave her alone, Kane.”
“Get out of my way,” he snarled, going around her.
“Cause a scene and Cici Lane will never meet you,” she warned.
That stopped him in his tracks. After all, his reason for being there was to meet Cici Lane for Aurelia’s sake. He turned to face Maude. “Why would Cici Lane care?”
“As you can see, I’m quite close to Cici.
