Chapter 245 Tears At The Gate

A sharp cry broke through the tension.

Fern let out a startled yelp and went down hard, her small body hitting the stone, her chin striking the ground with a sickening thud.

Miriam rushed forward at once, pulling her daughter tightly into her arms. Blood streamed down the child's chin, and Miriam's voice rose into a trembling wail. "Please, don't be angry, I'm grateful you took us in. I've never h