Chapter 54. Prepare for the Battle

Aron's POV

I walked down the stairs while fixing my necktie when I saw Jannah in the living room, wiping a picture frame.

I walked towards her and looked at what she was holding. It was our family picture with Mikaella two years ago. She was actually the daughter of a Chinese friend of Jannah who died of a disease, so we decided to adopt her because her father was also dead.

I could still remember the first time we saw her. Thin, pale, and scared. I felt pity for her; that's why we promised that we would love her like she was our own blood and flesh.

"I hope she's fine wherever she is right now," Jannah whispered, smiling bitterly.

I sat down beside her. Even though we always argue, I still care for her because she once owned my heart.

"I didn't become a good mother to her. We promised her a happy family, but we failed to give it to her. I'm the worst." Tears started to fall from her eyes to her cheeks.

"Shh, don't say that. It's not just yo