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.

at my words. Jacqueline's smile twitched, "And...

was clear she hoped

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

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 bush either You were with Rad, and if you now start seeing Dustin, we might not

respond, preferring

he's realized his wrongs and has been

I know Dustin

than Rad. But you and Rad have a history, and even though you were with

sw now

don't feel for

it's good you want to move

knows how to cherish you now. He will love you even more in