No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

When Dustin and I got back to the Wagner family home, Conrad was there too. His face turned dark the moment he saw us, unmistakably upset. Jacqueline, as warm as ever, could hardly contain her joy at seeing me, even wiping away tears as she said, "I've been longing for the day you'd come back to us, dear."

Herschel was lounging in a rocking chair near the sofa, looking physically and mentally drained. It was clear his health wasn't on the mend, and his gaze darted away from mine, filled with unease. Some truths, once acknowledged, can never allow things to return to how they were.

"Herschel," I greeted him politely. Having decided to bury the hatchet with them, I wasn't about to act like they owed me anything.

Herschel just nodded, without uttering a word.

Conrad stood up, and as he passed by Dustin, he said, "You, come with me."

It was always clear with Conrad; he never was one to hide his feelings. To anyone watching, his intentions were obvious.

Jacqueline looked worried too. She glanced at me, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back. When she couldn't bear it anymore, she finally spoke up, "Felicia, I see you and Dustin are getting along quite well?" "Dustin has been pursuing me," I gave her a straightforward answer.

my words. Jacqueline's

clear she hoped

I had split, she had hinted at giving Dustin a chance, hoping to keep the love within the family. But now, her attitude had shifted, likely due to the 'truth' that had come to light, bringing with it new concerns. "Not yet, but Dustin has been truly devoted," I paused, "Jacqueline, you must be

years was likely because they'd discovered his feelings for me. To prevent any rift between the brothers over me, they chose to send one away. Jacqueline's expression froze, "Felicia, since you've put it so openly, I won't beat around the

didn't respond, preferring to

realized his wrongs and has been punished. Moreover, he still loves

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go on, and it's good you

been through, he surely knows how to cherish you now. He will