Chapter 267 Comforting in That Way
However, there was another reason Antonio couldn't bring himself to say.
It happened shortly after Lisa gave birth to Ryan—Antonio received an intimate photo of Asa and Sarah, captured in bed together.
The pain and heartbreak it had brought forth was something Antonio had vowed never to endure again.
Perhaps it was due to immature revenge that he acquiesced when Sarah discovered Ryan's existence later on.
But now, things had changed, regardless of Sarah and Asa's past.
Antonio had already learned to let go. He pursed his lips. "Sarah, I'm sorry for hiding this from you for so long. I never expected so many things to happen in the end. I’m so sorry!"
Sarah sighed deeply.
In this matter, Antonio was also a victim.
And this misunderstanding was all caused by Lucien.
If it wasn't for his interference, Sarah may not have been separated from Antonio for so many years and her children wouldn't have grown up without ever seeing their father.
Listening to Antonio's apology, Sarah felt even more unfair for him.
"Why are you apologizing to me? It's not your fault." Sarah hugged Antonio. "But promise me, okay? You won't hide anything from me in the future."
Antonio nodded. "I promise you, from now on, I will never hide anything from you."
Sarah couldn't help but laugh, reaching out to pinch Antonio's slightly cool cheek. "All right. If you hide things from me again, I won't speak to you for a lifetime."
Antonio rested his head on Sarah's shoulder, unable to bring himself to smile.
Even after pouring out everything, he couldn't fill the emptiness in his heart.
It felt as if the precious baby he had cherished for so long was suddenly revealed to be obtained through snatching.
And this so-called priceless treasure was just a fragile bubble that would burst upon touch.
"Sarah, where do you think a rootless person will end up?"
Sarah understood that the fact that Antonio wasn't a Valencia significantly impacted him.
"Do you remember what I said to you yesterday before you left?" she asked.
Antonio thought for a moment, "You said, 'Come home early, I'll be waiting for you.'"
Sarah lightly flicked Antonio's head, "Yes, I told you to come home early. I said…I'll be waiting for you at home."
Sarah emphasized the word "home," her eyes clear and bright, capturing one's gaze.
"Antonio, I don't want to hear from your mouth that you don't have a home. Remember, the children and I will always be your family.
"No matter who you are, no matter what your surname is, it doesn't change the fact that you are our children's father. We will always be a family."
"I… Sarah, I will always be with you," said Antonio. His heart was suddenly filled with warmth as he tightly embraced Sarah, wishing he could merge her into his very being.
...
Since Antonio learned about his origins, Sarah had been accompanying him to and from work every day, hardly ever letting the man out of her sight.
It wasn't that she was clingy; rather, Antonio's state of mind greatly concerned her.
Before, he had always been lively and energetic, seemingly unstoppable.
In recent days, he struggled to summon any enthusiasm, constantly feeling low, unable even to muster a smile in front of Harper and Ethan.
"Madam," James approached during the lunch break.
He was the only one in the company who knew about Antonio's background, and he wanted to comfort Antonio but was afraid of saying the wrong thing. He had been worried for days before finally approaching to inquire.
"Madam, is Mr. Valencia alright?"
Sarah shook her head. "I can't say he's alright. Just look at him. He never has a smile on his face and is struggling."
James had also been discreetly observing Antonio's state these days, and indeed, there was a stark difference from before.
Antonio never let his private emotions interfere with his work, and the few instances of losing control were all prevented because of Sarah.
Thinking this, James glanced around and whispered to Sarah, "Madam, I have a way to make Mr. Valencia feel better."
"What way?" Sarah asked.
Clearing his throat, James continued, "Actually, men also need some nourishment, just like women. Sometimes, a little sweetness can uplift their spirits..."
Sarah blinked, not quite understanding what James meant.
"Madam, it's up to you now. Good luck!"
James didn't mind Sarah's confusion, gestured discreetly, and left.
Sarah stood still for a moment, attempting to decipher James' meaningful smile. Suddenly, comprehension dawned upon her. Her face flushed bright red, and even her earlobes felt as though they were dripping blood.
For the entire afternoon, the absent-minded person changed from Antonio to Sarah.
"What are you thinking?" Antonio passed by the pantry and saw Sarah's absent-minded state. Unable to resist, he playfully flicked her nose.
"Nothing... It's nothing," Sarah jumped in surprise.
James' words had been echoing in her mind all this time.
'Do I really have to resort to that method?!'
"It's okay if there's nothing. If you're tired, rest properly. I'll have someone take you home," Antonio rubbed Sarah's forehead, thinking that her absent-mindedness was due to being busy with work.
Just as Antonio was about to go attend to his duties, Sarah suddenly grabbed his wrist...
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