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

would be able to hold his great-grandchild very soon.

no ifs. And I

look, then said, “Don’t worry, I’ll do my best.”

comes to it, let Emma whip up

as it

due to the inherent competitive nature in men, Bryant immediately retorted.

my silence.

divorce, hearing this dialogue between them made my cheeks heat

quite insincere in many

in bed, he was always genuine. If he were to “boost” his strength, I

quick! I want to hold

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Chapter 35

up, “Alright, I won’t take up

the cemetery to visit

we headed to the front yard.

for Timothy and, after bidding

Mercedes, tilted his chin up, signaling me to

don’t need to drop me off,

going to the

expecting him to be serious about

go with you,

passenger door forcefully, “Get

“Okay.”

choice but to get in.

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