My Mommy's Brave Heart novel Chapter 417

Adina stood in front of the tap and washed her hands. The kitchen was filled with the sound of running water.

She lowered her gaze and looked at her hand before she spoke again, “I won’t let go of the four children, and I won’t marry into the Winters family because of them.”

Duke looked at the side of her face. Her eyelashes cast a shadow over her eyes and hid her emotions away.

He could not figure out what was on her mind.

He pursed his lips and asked softly, “Why?”

Adina wiped her hands.

She slowly looked up. Her lips were downturned, making her look fierce.

‘There are some things that I just don’t want to bring up.

‘But he almost kissed me just now. There was a strong sense of predation in his gaze.

‘It reminds me of what happened that night five years ago…

‘At first, I resisted and struggled with all my strength, but it was all in vain. In the end, I was ruthlessly plowed by him.

‘It was the most depressing night I’ve ever had.

‘I still feel disgusted every time I wake up…’.

Even though Adina did not utter a word, Duke noticed a look of disgust in her gaze.

The look in her eyes came upon him like a tidal wave, choking him.

‘I’ve lived for more than two decades and have only spoken to a few women. But I know it in my heart that wherever I went, I would be their topic of conversation.

‘Sea City is filled with prominent and wealthy women. No woman will reject me as long as I want to be with that person.

‘But Adina is an exception.