Chapter 36

Anyway, we were on the verge of a divorce.

After dinner, Bryant joined Timothy in the backyard for a game of chess.

I was leisurely making tea on the side.

Bryant played chess with a cunning and ruthless strategy, capturing another piece, which made Timothy glare at him, “You think you’re dealing with a stranger? Not leaving any room for your old grandpa?”

“Alright then.” Bryant chuckled, and indeed started to go easy, which made Timothy quite

happy. His laughter was hearty, and with a meaningful tone, he said, “Remember, br

family and strangers are not the same.”

I handed over a cup of tea, “Timothy, have some tea.”

“Okay.” Timothy responded, taking a sip and then contentedly said, “If you two could always be this harmonious, I’d be holding my great-grandchild in no time!”

Neither of us said a word.

My heart stirred, and I instinctively placed my hand on my stomach.

Looking at Timothy’s face, which was showing signs of age, I felt a pang of guilt.

If there weren’t any rifts or issues between Bryant and me, I could have told Timothy right now that I was

able to hold

I could only let Timothy down.

look, then said, “Don’t worry, I’ll

it, let Emma whip

enough as it

nature in men,

my silence.

the verge of divorce, hearing this dialogue between

was quite insincere in many

genuine. If he were to “boost” his strength, I might not survive his

make it quick! I want to hold that baby

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up, “Alright, I won’t take up more of

to the cemetery to visit

headed to the front

for Timothy and, after bidding us goodbye, drove off.

chin up, signaling me to get in

me off, I can take a cab.”

to the cemetery?”

to be serious about it, “You really

go with you, and

the passenger door forcefully, “Get

“Okay.”

but

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