"Jeremy is too much small to bear all the pain alone. His heart is too much fragile to get broken by the person whom he'll regard as his dad. I can't be selfish in your love." Although Katherine's voice was trembling due to her cries, but each of her words were very much straightforward and to the point.
Nathan's lips curved up into a small smile, apprehending how much of a protective mother she was for Jeremy. And it made him more guilt ridden for not standing by her side when she was all alone..
Cupping her left cheek softly, he muttered in an appreciative tone, "I know you're now thinking from a mother's point of view. And I'm very much proud of you for that. Truthfully, your protectiveness for Jeremy is making me more determined to win over both of you and give you all the love which you guys really deserved..