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

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

were no ifs. And I could only let

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

it comes to it, let Emma whip up some of her special dishes to boost your strength.”

as

nature in men, Bryant

kept my

divorce, hearing

marriage, Bryant was quite insincere in many aspects.

If he were to “boost” his strength,

it quick! I want to hold that baby

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Chapter 35

Timothy slowly got up, “Alright,

to the cemetery to visit your in-laws.”

headed to the front

for Timothy and, after bidding us goodbye, drove

walked to the Mercedes, tilted his chin up, signaling me to get in the

off, I can take

to the

surprise, not expecting him to be serious about it, “You really want to go?”

I’d go with you,

passenger door

“Okay.”

but to

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