Angela’s sharp eyes narrowed at Axel in warning as silence stretched heavily across the room. Venessa stood beside Angela, crying uncontrollably, her tiny hands clutching the fabric of Angela’s frock as her rosy cheeks drenched with tears.“I only wanted to play with them…” Venessa hiccuped through broken sobs, her voice so fragile that it made even Nora’s expression soften with pity.A few feet away, Aaron stood awkwardly near the door, hiding partially behind the wall. His wide eyes shifted nervously between Axel and Angela. Unlike Axel, he knew very well that Angela was truly angry right now, and he had absolutely no intention of getting dragged into the situation.Angela inhaled slowly. “Axel,” she called firmly, “Did you hurt Venessa?”Axel instantly shook his head without hesitation, though there wasn’t an ounce of remorse visible on his face. If anything, he looked irritated that he was even being questioned.“No, Mom. I didn’t hurt her.” He crossed his arms stubbornly over his
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