The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 436

"I've hit that age. After this competition, it's time for me to hang up my boots. So, losing a kidney isn't a big deal for me, but it could save a family. Isn't that worth it?" Adam felt a heavy sadness and regret over Charlie's death. He had stood by Evelyn long enough to understand the struggle of finding a compatible kidney donor. And how many lives were lost waiting for a match. Like Evelyn, he wished for fewer families to be torn apart by illness. Evelyn was at a loss for words. Adam gently patted her head.

In Sandy's hospital room, Charles was busy weaving Sandy's hair into pretty little braids. Sandy loved looking cute and adored being the center of attention. Ever since they returned home, she loved when Charles styled her hair in all sorts of beautiful braids. Initially, Charles didn't have a clue how to braid, but Sandy's charming pleas were irresistible, so he learned just to keep his daughter from shedding tears. Whenever Charles was around, Sandy's braids were a testament to his handiwork. He'd become quite the pro; Sandy would show him new styles, and he'd nail them effortlessly.

about her dad's beautiful braids to Charlie when he was alive. Although Charlie's mom could braid nicely too, having her dad do it was something else. Charlie was always a bit envious. Sandy knew Charles wasn't her biological father, but it didn't

she had lived. If she were still here, he'd braid her hair too and fulfill her every wish. But Charlie was gone. She died when he was most desperate to make amends, leaving

Dahlia's voice rang out excitedly from the hallway. Charles snapped back to reality and turned to see Dahlia entering with a wheelchair. He asked, with anticipation, "Did they find a

just informed me they found a match. Everything lines up for Sandy. Thank goodness, our Sandy has hope now." Overwhelmed with relief, Dahlia threw herself into Charles's arms. Charles felt a wave of emotion, understanding her feelings as a