Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 926 Chaptér 926

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The message Keira had asked Hayden to pass on was simple: "My father is no longer here. I will speak of his origins at his gravesite, and nothing more is needed."

Over the years, only the Johnston family had given her warmth and familial love. She didn't feel any attachment to the other so-called relatives, nor did she see a need to force a connection Having gone through so much, Keira had come to understand that no matter how strong blood ties might be, they require companionship and nurturing to truly matter.

When Hayden returned, Keira was busy at the cafe. For some reason, business was particularly good today, with an unusually large crowd. Even the staff were struggling to keep up.

"Quite a crowd today," Hayden remarked, sounding as puzzled as Keira felt.

"Right? Look at this," she said, glancing at the full tables inside and outside the café. Her heart brimmed with satisfaction.

Over the years, Keira had held high-ranking, well-paying positions, whether working for Jace or Ron. Yet, none of it brought her joy. This little café, however, filled her with a sense of fulfillment and happiness as if she had gained the whole world. "Looks like my wife is on her way to becoming rich," Hayden teased, putting on an apron." Let me help out. Don't wear yourself out."

said sincerely,

the cheek. "But I worry about you." She leaned her head against

meet Peter, he had thoroughly investigated the situation and informed Keira about it. It was her decision not

replied. "The old man is calm and not overly pushy. He just said he'd like to meet

you tell him what I thought?" Keira asked as she set aside her work and sat down

over. "I did. The old man said you're

Her father's abandonment all those years ago was partly his responsibility, though it wasn't entirely intentional. However, her grandmother's tragic death was directly caused by him.

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he say?" Keira

head lightly. "Nothing

the meeting between the Mitchell family and the Hart family. He didn't want to

moment of thought, Keira said, "Let's arrange a meeting with him, then." "Alright, as per Madam Kay's wishes," Hayden replied,

at this pace-unhurried and steady-was immensely satisfying. While Hayden busied himself helping out in the café, Keira leaned back and watched the guests outside. A curious pattern emerged: most of them were alone. Some sat in silence, lost in

phones, almost