There's No Turning Back (Elara and Harvey) novel Chapter 5

Meanwhile, Niamh stepped off her modified motorcycle while carrying a paper bag. The security guard stared wide-eyed at the woman in skintight yoga pants.

Niamh casually tossed her loose hair over her shoulder. She then greeted the guard with a carefree smile, and entered the kindergarten.

She already knew which class Beau was in, and she walked over with a grin upon spotting Bridget.

"Hi there, I brought more wax bottle candies for Beau. I heard the ones he brought were a big hit with the other kids."

Bridget eyed Niamh critically. "So, you're the one who allowed Beau to bring those candies to school?"

Niamh's face lit up with excitement. "Yes! These wax bottle candies were made by a friend of mine using premium beeswax…"

"So, it was you who nearly caused my son to choke to death!"

The furious shout exploded behind Niamh. A resounding slap landed squarely across her face as she turned, leaving her seeing stars.

"Why the hell are you hitting me?" Niamh yelled.

"It's because you're a wicked scoundrel!"

Niamh wasn't one to be pushed around. Tasting the metallic tang of blood on her lip, she charged forward to grapple with several of the angry parents.

…

Elara arrived to pick up Bambi once school was over. She animatedly described the scene of Niamh getting beaten.

Apparently, Beau had tried to help Niamh when she was attacked, but Bambi grabbed him by the collar with one hand and dragged him away.

Bruised and battered, Niamh took Beau to the teacher and applied for early dismissal.

The other children's mothers, all of whom recognized Niamh, berated her loudly. Their words were so harsh that Bambi couldn't even understand them, only sensing their venom.

Sitting in her car seat, Bambi gazed out at the familiar scenery passing by the roadside. "Mommy, are we going home?"

The brightness in Bambi's eyes dimmed instantly.

Elara told her gently, "This will be the last time we go back to the Fisher residence."

…

"Mrs. Fisher, Ms. Bambi, you're back!" Mary sighed in relief upon seeing Elara.

Elara had been away from the Fisher residence for just a day and a night, but the household staff were already struggling to cope.

Elara said, "I'm only here with Bambi to pack up some things."

Mary didn't think much of it and simply reminded her, "Ms. Niamh is here."

As she held Bambi's hand, Elara walked into the living room, only to hear Niamh yelling.

"Those fat cows! I just didn't want to stoop to their level! If I really fought them, I'd crush their guts and blow up their insides! Ow! Harvey, be gentler!"

Niamh was sprawled on the couch while Harvey sat beside her, dabbing medicine on her wounds with a cotton swab.

Beau asked anxiously on the side, "Niamh, does it hurt?"

"My skin is thick, so it doesn't hurt!" Niamh boasted, only to wince. "Ow! Harvey, stop being so rough!"

She grimaced and playfully lifted her leg as if to kick Harvey's thigh.

"Sit still," Harvey commanded in a low, firm voice.

Seeing the bruises on Niamh's face, Beau felt more guilty. "It's my fault Niamh got hurt."

He puffed out his cheeks and lowered his head. He then glanced up cautiously at Harvey's face.

Beau remembered when Elara had accidentally scalded or cut herself while slicing fruit before. She was bleeding profusely, but Harvey had never shown any concern, let alone bandaged her wounds himself.

But when Niamh got hurt, Harvey rolled up his sleeves and personally tended to her injuries with utmost care. Niamh was clearly the most important person to Harvey.

Then, Beau turned his head and noticed Elara and Bambi entering the room. He immediately scowled and turned his face away, refusing to acknowledge them.

Niamh propped herself up with her hands, leaning forward to close the distance between herself and Harvey.

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