Anything For Her

Chapter 295

Chapter 295

Visiting The Grave On their way to the cemetery, there was barely a soul to be seen, for it was rare for people to pay their respects on Christmas day. By the time Tristan’s group arrived, Yale and the others were already there. At the sight of Tristan’s car, Yale hurried forward to open the door and help Josiah out. Given that it was still cold in Jipsdale, Sophie quickly alighted and wrapped a scarf around Josiah’s neck. With the help of his walking stick, Josiah walked toward Mary’s grave step by step. Sophie followed him from behind with a bouquet of lilies in her hands. Once he reached Mary’s tombstone, Josiah’s eyes began to redden. Tristan, too, came up from behind to stay with Josiah and Sophie. In the meantime, Yale and Caleb began to clear the weeds around the grave, while Charmaine and Willow dusted its surroundings. After everything was done, Josiah said a prayer.

Not taking good care of you is the biggest regret of my life. “Perhaps we’ll have better luck in our next life. Previously, I never believed in such a thing. But now, I do hope that it’s true, for I’ll be able to see you again. When the time comes, you’re not allowed to avoid me, all right? I’ll come and ask for your hand again with a big bouquet of lilies. In our next life,

soliloquy, Josiah began to tire. Hence, Morgan helped him to the graves of his former comrades to clear them up. All of a sudden, Tristan released Sophie’s hand and bowed in front of Mary’s tombstone. “Old Mrs. Tanner, it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Tristan Lombard, and you can rest assured that I’ll be taking care of Sophie and Old Mr. Tanner going forward.” Tristan’s sudden gesture caused Sophie’s heart to

got back to the car, Josiah—just as expected—was already waiting inside. On the way home, the latter remained silent throughout the journey. When they reached the Tanner residence, Sophie and Tristan helped Josiah back to his bedroom. “Grandpa, you should take a nap. I’ll get Morgan to wake you later.” “All right. Now, shoo! You youngsters should go out on your date. There’s no need to waste your time on me.” “Grandpa…” “Go on then. I’m tired and want to get some rest.” Every time they came back from visiting Mary’s grave, Josiah would behave that way. After coming out of Josiah’s room, Sophie led Tristan downstairs. Yale—at the sight of Tristan—suggested in an obsequious tone, “Mr. Tristan, why don’t you stay for a meal? The food is ready to be served.” “I’ll pass.” Having no intention of staying for food, Tristan walked out

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