Cherish After Losing Novel Ashley

Chapter 448

Emily’s birthday arrived soon. Thanks to Chase’s suggestion, Sam prepared a gift for Emily. He presented it to her first thing in the morning.

Emily smiled. “Thank you, Sam.”

me

be

Chase presented his gift, too.“This is from and Ashley. Happy birthday, Grandma.” Emily glanced at him. Before she could speak, the butler entered with two gift boxes. “Madam, these are gifts from Mrs. Amanda Jones and Mrs. Ashley

here in person.” Sterling. They couldn’t Ashley Sterling. Emily took the gifts and looked at Chase. Though she knew he was trying to please her by mentioning Ashley, she’d stopped forcing him to be with Ashley.

dryly, “Ashley

is

more

thoughtful

than

you

thought.”

She turned

away.

to eat quickly, as he’d take him

Tim went to Speed. Tanya was already there. She greeted only Tim.

cheerful and showed no disappointment about missing Emily’s birthday party.

arrived early. The Sterlings took the celebration seriously; most family members, including Sam, were present. Tim hadn’t seen Sam in a couple of years.

Reeds. After

pleasantries, Wendy’s

gaze