Chapter 38 Not an Ordinary Person
Ronan's silent, downcast demeanor made Sadie feel even worse. She desperately wanted to know why—why had he married Leah right after they broke up? From what she knew of Ronan, he wasn't impulsive or reckless. There had to be a reason, a hidden truth behind it all.
Was it Leah's scheme? Or had they been together behind her back all along? These questions swirled in Sadie's mind. She wanted answers but was too afraid to ask, fearing she might hear something she didn't want to know. Besides, everything was already settled—Leah was now Ronan's wife, and they had Billy. What was the point of asking now?
It would be better for them to go their separate ways and never meet again. Sadie took a deep breath. "No need to have Leah come to the school to apologize. I don't want any more conflicts. Also, if possible, Billy could be transferred to another school. The less we see each other, the better," she said calmly.
"I'll try to arrange that," Ronan nodded. "Do you have any other requests?"
Sadie let out a self-mocking laugh. She was no longer Ronan's fiancée, the famous Miss Roth in Newark. Now, she was just an ordinary mother, worlds apart from the high-and-mighty Ronan. What right did she have to make any demands?
Sadie's smile pained Ronan. He knew Sadie still resented him for marrying Leah, but what could he do? Back then, at the wedding, his mother had suddenly announced the cancellation of their engagement. It was indeed his family's fault, but he had tried his best to salvage the situation.
Why couldn't Sadie give him a little more time instead of doing something so reckless? Thinking of this, he became emotional, his eyes gradually reddening. Sadie still had a place in her heart for Ronan; she couldn't bear to see him cry, and her nose tingled with emotion.
"Forget it. It's all in the past. Let's not bring it up again. From now on, let's not have any contact. Let's be strangers." With that, she turned to leave.
"Sadie, wait a minute." Ronan stopped, gazing at Sadie, his heart filled with concern and unease. He knew Sadie was working tirelessly to support the children, and a wave of pity surged within him.
He pulled a check from his pocket and handed it to her, his tone gentle yet firm. "This is ten million dollars, enough for you and the kids to live comfortably. You don't need to work anymore."
Sadie was stunned. Her eyes lingered on this check, and a complex mix of emotions welled up inside her. She looked up, her eyes shining with determination. "Ronan, I don't want your charity," she said coldly.
"This isn't charity; it's my concern for you and the kids," Ronan said in a low voice, trying to make her understand his good intentions.
"Concern?" Sadie scoffed, her tone dripping with disdain. "You should be more concerned about Leah. Tell her to keep her mouth shut. I don't want anyone to know about the kids for now."
"I'll talk to her." Ronan pushed the check toward her again, forcing it into her hand. He continued, "You used to be so noble. How can you do such menial work? Besides, how much can you earn from that job? Can you really support three kids?"
Without hesitation, Sadie pushed the check back to Ronan, her eyes flashing with anger and resolve. Her heart was full of pride, and she was unwilling to accept any form of charity.
"Sadie!" Ronan's voice rose, sounding somewhat desperate. "Can't you be a little more realistic?"
"Reality is that I'm determined to make my own way. Even if one day I have no food to eat, I'd rather become a sex worker than ask for your help!" Sadie's voice was cold, like a sharp blade.
With that, she turned and left, leaving Ronan standing there, filled with helplessness and anger. He knew Sadie's stubbornness and pride would prevent her from accepting his help, but he still didn't want to give up.
"Have the assistant look into the identities of Sadie's children," Ronan ordered his assistant, his tone firm.
The assistant nodded, quickly pulling out his phone to contact the relevant departments and prepare for the investigation. Ronan didn't want to pester Sadie, but after meeting those three children, he couldn't shake the feeling that they had an innate, extraordinary quality. Their father couldn't be an ordinary person.
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