Wait, She’s a Billionaire (Sheena Lawson) novel Chapter 2220

Troy paced anxiously outside the room.

Inside, Nathaniel maintained his composure and said, "Alright, Grandma. I promise. You don't need to worry about Callum."

"I need your guarantee, so you'll have to swear to me. If you can't do it and actually give away Callum's custody, making him leave the family's protection, I won't be able to face your grandpa in the afterlife. I might as well hang myself in your room."

"Grandma, you're being too harsh," Nathaniel replied, finally looking up at Mildred.

He explained, "Even if I give Callum to Mae, he won't lose the Nicholls family's protection. When he grows up, he'll still be the Nicholls family heir. He—"

"Nathaniel!" Mildred roared, cutting him off. "You dare say you haven't made plans for Callum? You just promised me, but you were just placating me!"

She stated her position firmly, "The Nicholls family heir must be raised within the family and receive the best education and training. This is non-negotiable. I've always been gentle with you kids, but this is a matter of principle. If you can't do this, I'll—"

Nathaniel frowned. "Grandma, Mae developed severe depression during the five years she was away. The deep scars on her wrists are from multiple suicide attempts. Callum is really her only emotional anchor now."

Mildred froze, and she remained silent for a long time. She adored Mavis, acknowledging her as a kind and innocent girl worthy of being her granddaughter-in-law. Thus, it was heartbreaking to think of all she had endured.

The room fell quiet, with neither Nathaniel nor Mildred speaking.

Troy noticed the atmosphere was growing tense, and he gently knocked on the door frame.

"Madam Nicholls, there's an urgent matter at the company that requires Mr. Nicholls' immediate attention."

Mildred composed herself and turned away to hide her reddened eyes.

"You may go."

With permission granted, Nathaniel slowly stood up, bowed slightly to Mildred, and turned to leave.

As he reached the door, Mildred called out, "Nate, visit her when you can. Maybe take Callum over on the weekend."