Anything For Her

When Sophie heard that, she took the chart from Arius and scanned through it, and her face fell.

“Is it because of Mom and Willow?” Sophie figured those two were the only ones who could upset Josiah.

“Who else could it be? They really went overboard. Do you know what they told Old Mr. Tanner?” Morgan answered for Josiah. He could no longer keep it to himself after seeing how affected Josiah was because of the two women.

“Morgan,” Josiah interrupted. He did not want to burden Sophie with what happened.

“Grandpa, I know exactly why they came. Morgan doesn’t have to tell me anything.” Sophie could read Charmaine and Willow like open books. The shares she had was the thing they were after.

“Don’t worry, Grandpa. I made you a promise and I will see to it that it happens. As for Willow and Mom, you don’t have to worry about them. They can’t do anything to me.”

It pained Arius to see Sophie having to tank such a heavy burden on her own.

“Soph, you should just go to Anglandur with me. There’s nothing for you here.” Arius had an impulse to just take Sophie away with him to a faraway place so he could shelter her from all the harm and threats she faced.

When Josiah heard Arius’ suggestion, he looked up at the young man and fell into deep thoughts.

So he’s back because he wants to bring Sophie to Anglandur?

“Soph, you should just go if that’s what you want. You don’t have to worry about me.” Deep in his heart, Josiah knew Sophie was no ordinary kid. She was talented and she should chase after her dream.

Sophie clenched her fists at his words.

“Grandpa, this is not up for consideration. I will be taking my university entrance exam here.” She wanted to spend more time with Josiah because his days were numbered. As for her future, she still had a long way to go.

“Come over here,” Josiah said lovingly. He knew what was in her mind and he could not help but feel sorry for the child.

Sophie walked over and let the old man pat her on her head like an obedient child.

the luminary in Horington, so it was difficult for Arius to connect that image

away. He did not mean to eavesdrop. It just happened that he overheard

went over to the staircase. He lighted a cigarette

is Arius

to Anglandur

Josiah. Since she had waited for some time, she

Soph to Anglandur?” Josiah figured he should know the details

four years ago at Anglandur and has since wanted her to be his mentee because he saw the potential in her. I came back this time not just because I had to perform your surgery, but also because I want to take her back with me.” Josiah saw the truth in what Arius said. The

That thought excited him.

different. She’s

Sophie amazing? She’s different from everyone else.

was equally surprised to hear what

so it went without saying that Josiah and Morgan were astonished when they found out that a legendary figure like that man would want to keep

is a genius. I’m sure she will be a star in the future,”

in Josiah’s eyes. All achievement comes with a price, and

the best for her.

you don’t have to worry about me. I just want Soph to get the best training.” She’s my granddaughter.

for Tristan when she saw him

here?” she asked gently, walking toward him. “Why don’t you just go

quickly

about me. I

said, Tristan

don’t want you to be

could think about was

did not mind, she still felt touched when she knew Tristan was being considerate of her.

smoke,” Tristan said dismissively. He put his arm around her shoulder, pushing her toward the

Tristan realized Sophie wanted Josiah to have a good

outside for a while more until