The Heart I Gave The Love I Lost

Chapter 14

However, he didn’t think too deeply about it, assuming Maggie had probably returned to

her family.

When he entered the bathroom, he suddenly remembered that whenever Maggie visited her family in the past, she would always take Isabella along.

Today was unusually different she hadn’t taken their daughter. Could it be that she hadn’t gone to her family after all?

Then again, perhaps something had happened at her household.

The words Chad spoke when leaving the company this afternoon flashed through his mind, and Franklin became certain of this possibility. He paused mid–step but decided not to

intervene.

The next morning, while having breakfast, Franklin said to Isabella, “The enrollment procedures are complete.

You’ll report to school tomorrow morning.” “I know,” Isabella wrinkled her little

e nose.

“Dad, can you take me to school tomorrow?” “I might not be free.” “Oh, alright.” Isabella’s eyes darted around before suddenly lighting up. She said cheerfully,

I’ll call Aunt Julia later and ask her

could respond, his phone rang. It was a call from the family estate. When he answered, it was Franklin’s

Bella come back with you?” “She did.” “It’s been so long since I’ve seen Bella,

“Understood.”

“Where’s Mag? Let me talk to her.” “She’s not here.” “How could she not be

Chapter 14

you don’t even know where

At this point, Franklin’s tone softened slightly, though

of anger!”

laugh. He continued eating his breakfast methodically. Grandmother knew that this

already a major compromise for Franklin. Given his personality, even if it was for his own good, she

“Fine, this old lady has nothing more to say to you, hmph.” “Mm, see you tonight.” “You – hmph!” Grandmother hung up

latter part

words, Franklin said

wants us to

back for

had always been good to Isabella, and she loved her

too.

great–grandmother in so long, I miss her.” Franklin looked at his phone

having breakfast at her family home. Seeing Franklin’s incoming call,