She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1029:

“Is he aware of your history with Freya?” Isaac’s next question carried weight.

A nod from Kristian answered everything. “He knows.” That truth brought Kristian some measure of peace.

Isaac sensed there was nothing left to say.

Rising from his seat, he placed a steady hand on Kristian’s shoulder. In a rare moment of warmth, he offered, “Don’t carry it all alone. If you can’t talk to family, reach out to a friend.”

“I will.” Kristian’s reply was measured.

Understanding his son’s need for space, Isaac added a few more words of encouragement before quietly stepping away from the backyard. When it came to heartbreak, only Kristian could sort out his own feelings.

The afternoon drifted by while Kristian remained among the trees and sky.

burden in his chest eased, replaced by a peacefulness

some fruit and snacks for Kristian. The butler promptly arranged a tray of fresh apples, grapes, and a few pastries,

felt like a gentle breeze, steady and untroubled. This quiet grace caught Isaac, Lionel, and even the butler off guard. They exchanged puzzled glances, unaccustomed to seeing Kristian

of coffee, its soothing aroma filling the room. He poured a cup for Kristian, who nodded in thanks.

in the sunlight, just sitting. No book, no phone,

Lionel pressed, his voice low

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there’s a change in him

his shoulders sagging. He wasn’t surprised. Kristian was still wrestling with the ache of a recent

where’s Isaac?” Lionel asked, shifting

and goings, answered, “He went shopping with his wife. He left a message

the message?” Lionel

work through this on his own.

“Hmph! That’s just Isaac dodging responsibility, as usual.” He waved a hand, dismissing

his tongue, knowing better than to stir