The Love From Vengeance

257: THROWBACK: BROKEN

LUKE’S POV

FLASHBACK

It was a beautiful summer morning, and I eagerly awaited my grandfather’s arrival. He had promised to take me fishing today, something that we did a lot when I was very young. I was only nineteen currently, rich as hell, but we wanted to enjoy this moment differently. I was excited to spend the day with him and just be in his company.

As soon as I saw his car driving in my direction, I grabbed my fishing gear and ran outside. My grandfather, who had always been there for me, greeted me with a warm smile and a pat on the back.

“Ready to catch some fish, Luke?” he asked, his eyes twinkling with excitement.

“Definitely, Grandpa!” I replied, grinning from ear to ear.

We drove to our favorite fishing spot by the lake, just like we used to when I was a kid. I set up my fishing rod while Grandpa prepared the bait. We sat in silence for a while, enjoying the peacefulness of our surroundings.

After a few minutes, Grandpa broke the silence. “So, how’s school going, Luke?”

“It’s going okay, I guess,” I replied, not wanting to dwell on the subject. School has been tough ever since my parents passed away in a car accident a year ago.

“I miss them, Grandpa,” I blurted out, my voice cracking with emotion.

Grandpa put his hand on my shoulder and looked at me with a sad smile. “I know, Luke. I miss them,

too. But they will always be in our hearts and memories with us.

Tears welled up in my eyes as I remembered the good times I had with my parents. Grandpa handed me a tissue and waited patiently for me to compose myself.

are a part of them. They

love and affection..

had been my rock since my parents‘ deaths. He had always been there for me, comforting me and guiding me

you, Grandpa,” I said, hugging him tightly.

I will always be here for you, no matter what,” he replied, returning the hug.

talking about everything under the sun. Grandpa shared stories about

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about my sadness and just enjoyed being in the

set, we packed up our things and headed back home. I couldn’t thank Grandpa enough for the wonderful day we had. I knew my parents were

great time today, Grandpa. Thank you,” I said, breaking the silence

You know I love spending time with you,” he

grateful for having such a loving and caring grandfather. I knew that no matter what, he would

my hair. “Just remember, Lake, I will always be here for you no matter

blessed to have him in my life. And as I went to bed that night, I felt a sense of peace and contentment, knowing that I had my grandpa by my side, and that was all that mattered. Yes, the money was there, but it wasn’t compared to the joy and love this man gave me occasionally. Well, he was also the one who gave me

Lily. She always made the most delicious mac and cheese; I couldn’t wait to dig in. As a seven–year–old,

warm smile as she placed the plate in front of me.

It looks amazing,” I

in bliss. But my enjoyment was short–lived when I heard

wrong?” I

herself before answering, “Luke,

“What is it, Farana? What happened?”

were in a car accident. They didn’t

gone. They were supposed to come back.

true. They can’t leave me,” I said, tears streaming down my face.