Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 1197

Eventually, the Lancaster family backed down.

Despite his mother's strict orders against a divorce, Martin used the company as an excuse to stay away. He never cared for Eleanor; he barely even spent time in the same room as her. Whenever his mother berated him for his absence, he simply adjusted his schedule to leave early and come home late, ensuring he never crossed paths with his wife.

When his mother finally fell ill, Martin seized the opportunity to bring Sabrina into the house, immediately dumping Eleanor’s care onto her. Sabrina enthusiastically volunteered, but her patience quickly ran out. She suggested moving Eleanor to St. Jude’s Psychiatric Center, citing their elite medical staff and potential for a cure. Martin, desperate to erase the living reminder of his guilt, agreed instantly.

Sabrina had promised Brandon and Colin she would visit regularly. The brothers, too consumed by their corporate ambitions, didn't fight to keep their mother at home. Sabrina kept her word, visiting weekly and bringing back photos to prove Eleanor was 'fine.' Satisfied, the men washed their hands of the situation.

To them, she was just a crazy woman. She was better off in a facility than causing a scene at home. Perhaps her outbursts were simply her way of missing the old lady, though she had no way to express it.

Now, standing inches away from her, Martin felt entirely out of his depth. He had seen her from a distance the last time he was at Halfridge Villas, but seeing her violently strike her own son sent a jolt of pure panic through his chest.

Brandon knew exactly how impossible it was to get access to this estate. If Lillian kicked them out now, they would never get another chance.

Panicking, he spun around. "Dad, Sabrina, what are you waiting for? Get down and beg!"