Chapter 979

Cornella gave a nod, “I love it! This is the first house I’ve bought with my own blood, sweat and tears.”

Marcus gently patted her head, “If you want, you can have even more houses in the future”

Cornelia smiled, “I came to Riverton before I even turned eighteen, and after all these years, I finally have my own place here. I can settle down now. But, my beloved grandma is gone forever.”

Marcus said, “Look up at the sky.”

Obediently, Cornelia lifted her gaze to the night sky. The weather was clear and a few stars were visible, “What am I looking for?”

Marcus said, “See that brightest star? That’s your grandma. She’s become a star and is watching over you from up there.”

Cornelia knew it wasn’t possible, but she hoped her grandma really had turned into a star. That way, whenever she missed her, all she had to do was look up. She softly called out his name, “Jeremy”

“What’s up?”

said, “Tomorrow, I’m taking

immediately, “You’re going back to

“I’m taking Tahlia to see our grandparents and father. Then, I need to sort out my grandma’s belongings.

said, “I’ll sort out work and go with you to

I can handle all this. The company has some major projects that need your attention. Without you, everyone will be leaderless. You should stay and focus on work.”

Marcus said, “Cornelia!”

you out. I just don’t want to be overly reliant on you. If one person relies too much on another, they lose their ability to be independent.

you. Today, without you by my side, I couldn’t focus on work at all.

I’ll be back as soon

hand, “Come, I have something to show you.”

Cornelia followed Marcus, she felt something tugging at her dress. Looking back, she saw a cute little boy had grabbed her hem. With his big

soft voice nearly melted Cornelia’s

and quickly squatted down, “Did you lose

about to cry, “I woke up and couldn’t find

asked, “Where’s your

and vaguely pointed in a direction, “Over there.”

at the building where Cornelia

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