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I did not understand what he was trying to say. His expression, body language, and tone of voice were not helpful to me at this moment.

"What... What do you mean?" I asked, my voice shaking.

"Look, I understand that you may not like Cindy or everything about this situation... But leave the child out of this."

I gasped in disbelief. My eyes widened and my mouth stayed open in shock. I couldn't help but chortle.

"Wait... Are you trying to tell me that you're blaming me for this?"

"Yes," he retorted. "I am blaming you. What is wrong with you? I hate Cindy, yes but I will never be so careless! What if the child had died?! Do you even think for someone who claims to be intelligent? How could you leave a child unattended and have him almost swallowing something hazardous?!"

I slapped him across the cheek, sending his face sideways. My eyes were already brimmed with tears and my heart was pounding in anger.

"Don't you even dare try to say that to me!"

"I don't care what you want me to say.