My Dad Please Come 201

The Crone family raised their glasses and took a sip, their faces full of joy and satisfaction.

As they did, Jessica noticed Stanley sitting quietly nearby. He hadn't participated in any of the Crone family's conversations and was keeping a remarkably low

profile.

Ever since Wendy left, Stanley had been staring off into the distance, as if his mind wasn't entirely here.

Jessica couldn't help but speak up. "Stanley, what's wrong Do you have a problem with us investing in Dr. Ceylan's medical team?"

Stanley slowly lifted his gaze and glanced at Dr. Ceylan across the table. There was something sharp in his eyes, almost like he could see right through the man.

For a moment, Dr. Ceylan felt a twinge of nervousness. Stanley's gaze was calm but intense, like it could pierce through him, and the whole situation-Wendy earlier, Stanley now-was making him uncomfortable.

But Stanley only gave Dr. Ceylan a brief, almost dismissive glance, then turned away.

"No. You guys can decide what you want to do," he said lightly, standing up. "I've got to go. I have something to take care of."

Stanley started to move toward the door, but Edith quickly shot Jessica a look.

"Mr. Hawk, you're leaving? But you haven't had dinner yet, Edith said.

Jessica knew Stanley was still upset over the photo incident but when he heard she was having heart issues, he rushed over without hesitation, didn't he?

Jessica placed a

softly, her voice

paused in his

allowed her body to lean

his chest. "Stanley, will you carry me upstairs? I

to see things move along, chimed in. "Yes, Mr.

on Jessica's pale face. Finally, he gave in, his strong arms

of them made their way upstairs, leaving the rest

second branch. "Now that Trish is dating Dr. Ceylan and they'll be getting married soon, I hope Jessica will be

Lilian froze. Lately, things had been rocky between Stanley and

tone slightly pointed. "I've always valued

speed things up. It's time for Mr. Hawk and Wen ly

Wendy's marriage had dragged on for

worry, Mom. Tonight, Jessica

with her."

are our two

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talk of Hovendale-a grand spectacle!" Edith

branches had always been at odds, the two families had remained united after Jerry's passing, especially in their shared

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