Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 511

Roseanne chimed in, "Would you like to try some lemon squares? I can grab one for you?"

Just as the elderly lady was about to respond, Corley's phone rang.

Whatever was said on the other end immediately darkened his expression. "Alright, I understand. Keep things under control, I'll be there as soon as I can..." he said before hanging up.

He then turned to Roseanne, apologetically, "I'm really sorry, there's an emergency at work, I have to go."

After saying this, he faced the elderly couple, "Grandma, Grandpa, let me take you home first. We can go out another day when I'm free, okay?"

"That's fine. But we haven't seen Roseanne's parents yet..." the elder trailed off.

Roseanne quickly interjected, "It's okay, you have urgent matters to attend to. We can always meet another time."

"Alright."

By the time Madge and Norris joined them, Corley was already escorting the elders out of the café and into his car, speeding off.

Madge peered outside and questioned, "Who were those two elderly folks?"

signing the other

small world. Are you tired of walking? Do you want to

the end of this street," Roseanne playfully

chuckled, "Alright,

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In the car-

and talking to his assistant on the phone with the other, "...do

time, you can drop us

my team is

"That's good to hear."

a moment of silence, filled

hesitation, Corley ventured,

back in the country? How long are you planning to stay? I know a couple of good doctors;

responded, "You

lot. She's been worried about Grandma's eyes and has always told me to keep an eye out forgood doctors. You're back now,

He thought it

Neely frowned, remaining silent.

feeling well, it's not convenient for