"You should first get past Grandpa Newton."

Upon saying that, Alyssa left without turning back.

Jasper kept Landon company in the rain. Their erect figures looked like timeless and flawless sculptures.

"You should go back and handle the matters in your family. Let Lauren stay here with Grandpa for a while. You can come over again once Grandpa has simmered down a little."

Jasper exhaled heavily. He gave Landon a pat on his stiff shoulder.

Landon's voice was extremely hoarse. "Tonight... I will stay here to keep her company."

"You've got to be kidding me! The temperature is almost going below zero. You'll surely fall sick if you stand here all night!"

Jasper's expression became grim. "Lauren will feel even more terrible if she finds out that you're being like this!"

just don't let her

is the only

a phone call from Cyrus the moment

"Cyrus."

"Hey, Lyse."

paused for a moment. Then, he asked cautiously,

showed the weaker side

Grandpa Newton's

In a raspy voice, he asked,

softly, "You can get a box

morning and bring them

like to

"It's alright. She needs good rest. There's no need to tell her that I was the

tugged at Alyssa's

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