Love Unspoken

Without a word of protest, Alexander posed his question once more, "What seems to be the issue?"

Ignoring his evident irritation, Kaitlyn made herself comfortable on the sofa and inquired, "Where might Quinn be?"

A hint of impatience creased Alexander's forehead as he took a seat opposite her, responding tersely, "Upstairs.""Have the two of you not divorced yet?"

His face remained impassive as he retorted, "You meddle far too much.""How dare you address me in such a manner? I am your mother!"

A vein throbbed visibly on Alexander's forehead, but he chose to remain silent.Nonchalantly, Kaitlyn reached for an orange on the table and began to peel it. "Now that you're all grown up, you believe you can act as you please.""Regardless, you are my son. That is an undeniable fact. Even if you harbor resentment towards me, I remain your mother."

Alexander fixed his gaze on her, prompting, "And then?""I am here today to witness your divorce.

Once you have the divorce certificate in hand, I shall take my leave."She cast a sidelong glance at Alexander, a smile playing on her lips, "Whether you loathe me or not, you must proceed with the divorce. After all, I have lived long enough. I harbor no fear of you taking my life."

Kaitlyn's obstinacy was becoming increasingly apparent.Especially upon discovering that it was Alexander who had initiated the divorce, she grew more audacious.

She was convinced that Alexander's affection for Quinn was merely superficial, far from the depths of love. And now, she sought to validate this notion.Kaitlyn had never wished for Quinn to hinder her son's happiness. His recent ruthless and heartless behavior towards Wayne, Freya, and herself was a stark contrast to his past.

If he had treated Quinn differently, she, as a mother, would have felt it was unjust. Since his childhood, she had exerted an almost perverse control over Alexander. Over the years, aside from his marriage to Quinn, she had failed to surpass Ulysses. Alexander had complied with her wishes on most matters.

But of late, he had become an enigma to her, and this sense of losing control over him was unsettling. Alexander remained silent, not uttering a single word.

Kaitlyn continued, "Do you recall how I cared for you before you joined the Kennedys? "I took you to work with me, saving all the food for you.

Even in the worst weather, I ensured you stayed dry. "I continued to wear worn-out shoes while buying you the clothes you desired. "I confess, I was often strict with you, but it was because I wanted you to succeed and not endure the hardships I had.

"Without me, would you be the man you are today? Would you be occupying the director's chair?" Kaitlyn spoke at length, intending to remind Alexander of her sacrifices; she wanted him to understand that no one could ever replace her in his heart.

Seeing his continued silence, Kaitlyn rose and moved to sit beside him, placing her hand on his arm. "Alexander, what's holding you back? "She's just a dummy. What are you waiting for?"For a remarkable man like you, you can certainly find someone superior."

"Enough." Alexander abruptly cut her off, his voice icy. "Are you done?" Kaitlyn was taken aback, staring at him in disbelief. He had clearly not paid heed to her words. Alexander declared, "I will proceed with the divorce." He paused, then shifted his tone, "But not for the reasons you've stated."