Chapter 297

The next morning, Christina was up bright and early.

She remembered how Harper used to love her cooking. If she made breakfast today, maybe Harper would remember the past.

Christina wasn't willing to miss any opportunity. She was ready to do anything to help Harper remember her.

But as she walked into the kitchen, she glanced out the window and saw something that made her heart ache.

In the backyard, Thora was holding Harper's hand. Whatever Thora was saying made Harper smile sweetly.

Then Harper wrapped her arms around Thora's arm, acting all cute and affectionate.

Thora just shook her head with a helpless smile and gently patted Harper's hair.

The scene was so harmonious and warm that it made Christina's eyes sting and her heart ache.

Harper was her daughter, yet she treated another woman like her mother.

The smiles that used to be just for Christina were now for someone else.

It would be a lie to say she didn't care at all.

"Christina, don't worry. Harper will remember."

William's voice came from the kitchen doorway.

Seeing Christina's sad expression, he couldn't help but feel sorry for her and walked over to comfort her.

As William approached, Christina quickly masked her sadness with a cold expression.

"Of course."

She said it coldly, not wanting to talk to William any further.

She went back to her work.

William felt a pang in his heart but pushed his own feelings aside and stepped forward to help.

Seeing Christina glance at him, he quickly explained.

"I'm Harper's dad, after all. She used to love the porridge I made. I'm just helping out so she can remember everything sooner."

Hearing this, Christina looked away and continued her work without saying anything.

Seeing her accept his help, William sighed in relief and worked even faster.

They both focused on their tasks, not saying a word, but the atmosphere was tense.

Meanwhile, in the backyard, Thora held Harper's hand, listening to her childish chatter while glancing at the kitchen.

Through the window, she could clearly see William and Christina cooking side by side.

Even though they weren't talking, the scene looked unusually harmonious, and a flash of malice crossed Thora's eyes.

So, they were showing off their love on purpose!

With everything happening outside, they could still act all lovey-dovey!

Thora couldn't stand it and clenched her hand tightly.

She had brought Harper to the backyard early in the morning, hoping Christina would see them and feel hurt, which would make Thora happy.

But before she could achieve her goal, she saw William helping Christina cook!

How could Thora tolerate this?

"Mommy, it hurts!"

Harper's pained cry snapped Thora back to reality. She realized she had been gripping Harper's hand too tightly, making it red.

Suppressing her annoyance, Thora forced a smile at Harper.

"Sorry, Harper. Mommy didn't mean to. I just saw your dad with Ms. Windsor, and it made me upset."

Even though Harper was young and had lost her memory, she had been brainwashed to believe Thora was her mother.

Hearing Thora's words, Harper looked towards the kitchen and saw her dad with Christina.

The scene looked very harmonious.

Harper immediately got angry and, before Thora could say anything, she huffed, "Mommy, Daddy should be with you. Ms. Windsor has no right to take Daddy away. I don't want Daddy to leave us!"

Thora was delighted by Harper's reaction and couldn't help but smirk.

See? With just a little manipulation, William and Christina's beloved daughter was about to turn against them!

If she couldn't have something, no one else could either!

"Harper, you shouldn't say that."

Thora pretended to be upset, shaking her head and tearing up.

"She's your real mom. It's normal for your dad to be with her."

"I'm not your mom. You can't say that. If Ms. Windsor hears, she'll be mad."

"No way!"

Harper clung to Thora's arm, her eyes welling up with tears. "Mommy, don't you want Harper anymore? I'll be good. Please don't leave me..."

Seeing Harper's tears, Thora panicked. If Harper kept crying, Christina and William would notice.

Thora wanted to pinch Harper's arm out of frustration but held back. She hugged Harper and softly comforted her.

"Mommy would never leave Harper. Don't cry anymore, or I really might leave."

Hearing this, Harper quickly stopped sobbing, looking both sad and determined.

"Mommy, don't be mad. I won't cry anymore. I'll be good."

Seeing Harper stop crying, Thora sighed in relief.

Kids were such a hassle, always crying!

If Harper hadn't stopped, it would have been trouble if William and Christina noticed.

"But Daddy still likes Ms. Windsor, and she's your real mom. Even if you like me, you have to be with your real mom."

Hearing this, Harper got anxious but remembered not to cry. She stubbornly held Thora's hand.

"I don't care. Daddy should be with Mommy. If Ms. Windsor tries to take Daddy, I won't forgive her!"

"That's my good girl."

Thora smiled, satisfied, and hugged Harper.

She was about to say more when she saw the nanny, Clea, approaching.

Thora quickly hid her smug smile and greeted Clea.