Chapter 8

　　Derek stood up and walked to Emily. He rubbed Aaron's head.

　　"Aaron spoke for the first time when he saw you. I took him to the hospital for a thorough examination," Derek said to Emily. "Aaron stays in this ward every time he comes, so..."

　　Emily nodded.

　　"Has Aaron's examination results come out yet?" Emily couldn't help asking. She seemed to really care about Aaron.

　　"Just like before, he is OK. However, he is willing to talk to others now. This is a good sign." Derek's gaze fell on Aaron.

　　"Come home with me," Aaron said to Emily once again.

　　This was already the third time he said so. 'Aaron is very persistent in bringing me home,' Emily thought to herself.

　　Chris was unhappy when he heard this. He ran to Emily, pulled Aaron away, and threw himself into Emily's arms.

　　"Emily is me and Diane's mommy. We're a family, so we're going home together," Chris said domineeringly.

　　Emily rarely saw Chris being agitated, but between Aaron and Chris, she would choose Chris without hesitation.

　　Emily hugged Chris and apologized to Aaron, "I'm sorry, Aaron. I have my own children. I can't go home with you."

　　The joy on Aaron's face disappeared, and he lowered his head in frustration.

　　Ian had been paying attention to Aaron. He felt sorry for Aaron when he saw him being rejected by Emily. Ian had always been the one protecting Aaron. This time was no exception.

　　Ian rushed up to Aaron. "Aaron, are you alright?"

　　He held Aaron's hand as if telling Aaron that he was with him.

　　Aaron nodded.

　　Ian was happy again after receiving a response.

　　He turned to Emily and asked, "Emily, are you here to take Aaron away from us?"

　　Ian's voice trembled slightly. Emily could feel how much he cared about Aaron.

　　Emily reached out and patted Aaron and Ian on the head. She said gently, "No, Ian. Derek and Aaron are the most important people to you. You are family, and this will never change. No one can take them away from you. So, Chris, Diane, and I are the same."

　　When Ian heard Emily's words, for some reason, he suddenly felt like crying.

　　The most important people? Ian liked that idea and he liked Emily as well.

　　"Derek and Aaron are very good. If it is you, I agree." Ian flushed.

　　Ian was easily shy, which was just like Chris. Emily couldn't help but pinch Ian's cheeks.

　　Derek was a little speechless, thinking, 'Since when did Ian get so close to Emily and even try to get Emily and me together?'

　　"Derek, Aaron, and Ian, you are all great. Your mommy must be great too because she could be with Derek and give birth to such lovely children. You don't have to worry. Derek will protect you." Though Emily hated Rose, she couldn't bear to hurt Aaron and Ian. The kids were innocent. Emily didn't want to hurt them.

　　Moreover, for some reason, whenever she saw Aaron and Ian, she would always think of her babies who had died years ago.

　　This was impossible. Her poor children were buried somewhere. How could they become the heirs of the Scott family?

　　Emily laughed at herself.

　　"Emily, Derek is handsome and rich..." Ian said.

　　"Enough, Ian," Derek stopped him.

　　Derek was a little jealous. He had been looking after Aaron and Ian for five years since they were babies. They just met Emily, but already loved her so much. Derek was not happy about it.

　　Ian pursed his lips. Derek scared him.

　　Chris raised his head from Emily's arms. He looked at Derek and said, "Derek, you are a grown-up and shouldn't shout at kids."

　　Ian looked at Chris in surprise. Ian had always been protecting Aaron, but deep down he also wanted to be protected by others.

　　Ian suddenly felt sad. He did not want to cry, yet tears came down his cheeks.

　　Someone wiped Ian's tears.

　　"Aaron?" Ian said in surprise.

　　He was so happy. It turned out that Aaron also cared about him.

　　Ian held Aaron's hand and did not let go of it. Ian smiled with tears still hanging on his face.

　　Derek raised his eyebrows in surprise. He was in charge of the Scott family, and no one dared to blame him. He couldn't believe that a child dared to point out his mistakes.

　　He did not feel offended but was amazed by Chris' courage.

　　Emily was indeed not an ordinary woman. Both her children were outstanding.

　　This made Derek even more determined about his idea.

　　"Emily, I hope you can be Aaron's nanny," Derek said sincerely.

　　"Mr. Scott, I've told you already. I have a job and I have children to take care of." Emily refused immediately.

　　"I will help you track down the person you want," Derek offered.

　　He had already found out the reason why Diane was in the hospital while sitting on the sofa. Emily understood for someone like Derek, he would never let any danger approach him. He would dig into people's backgrounds when they got near him.

　　"Thank you, but no need. I know who wanted to kidnap Diane." Emily refused him again.

　　Even if the clown had not told her that it was Laura, Emily would have guessed it. After all, she didn't have many enemies. Besides Laura and Rose, who else could it be?

　　"No, Emily. I'm not talking about the kidnapping." Derek looked at Emily with a serious expression.

　　Emily's breathing became heavier, as if she knew what Derek was going to say.

　　"I'm talking about the cause of Bennett's death," Derek said slowly.

　　"How do you know?" Emily mumbled.

　　Louise held onto Emily since she looked weak and was in shock.

　　"Emily, are you alright?" Louise asked worriedly.

　　Emily nodded blankly.

　　Derek rubbed his nose. "That night, you said that I didn't know what the truth was. So, I looked into it, but I didn't have enough time and only had little clue about it."

　　Derek remembered that Emily had pushed him against the wall. He was never in such a situation and started to feel curious about Emily.

　　"What do you want in return?" Emily asked.

　　"Help Aaron to get better. It is my only request," Derek said seriously. "I'll help you find out the truth with all my power"