Chapter 253

Sydney never imagined her son would speak to her this way. She hadn't realized just how much sadness he harbored in his heart.

She fell silent for a long time, unable to find the right words to say. Her gaze shifted from Theodore, and she finally looked down, unsure how to face him.

Though she was a mother and Theodore was already in his twenties, she seemed almost childlike at this moment, lost and uncertain.

After a while, she said, "You've always been so independent. Besides, we had plenty of servants to take care of you. You didn't need me around."

Rosalie frowned, feeling a surge of irritation.

Sydney's words were grating. Having servants didn't excuse neglecting one's child—it wasn't a valid reason! Rosalie understood that Sydney had been unhappy in her marriage, but bringing a child into the world meant taking responsibility and providing ample love.

A child shouldn't bear the burden of their parents' marital woes.

However, discussing this now wouldn't change anything.