The Road to Rebirth Her Fresh Start and His Late Sorrow by Helena R. Bates

Chapter 25

The Gordon family had a tradition of gathering for a meal once a month. Cyrus felt annoyed, having forgotten about this occasion.

Nancy glanced at Cyrus, her heart tinged with disdain and a cold detachment.

His mind was elsewhere. No wonder he forgot.

Nancy replied softly, "Cyrus and I will be back soon, Wilma."

Despite Cyrus' change of heart, Nancy's mother-in-law had always been good to her.

"Okay, dear. Be careful on your way back," Wilma's loving voice sounded as she hung up the phone. Cyrus quickly grabbed the car keys, clearing his throat, "Nancy, let's head back for dinner."

Nancy nodded slightly, stepping outside.

Cyrus watched as Nancy walked away, pursing his lips. Well, he had tried to make amends. If she was willing to listen, great. If not, so be it. After all, he had never gone to such lengths for Hayley.

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back to Gordon Mansion was silent, with Nancy closing her eyes, refusing

on a hillside, offered breathtaking views. The sprawling estate covered thousands of square

to pull away but restrained herself, fearing what Wilma might think of their strained relationship. It was best not to stir up trouble before leaving. It would only make their

as they entered the living room, Wilma, seated on the sofa, immediately smiled

hand, walking

affectionately held Nancy's hand, examining her closely. "You've lost weight! Didn't I tell you not to

"I haven't been dieting. I had a

few days ago," Wilma's face darkened as she turned to Cyrus, "Cyrus,

to be sick. I was beside myself with worry and stayed by her side at

a subtle mocking. "Yes, he stayed with me for

even setting off fireworks across the city for her, getting into fights for her. He was indeed a devoted

still

"Nancy and Cyrus are back? Let's start dinner then. Nancy seems

holding Nancy's hand, looking at Holt descending the stairs. "She has lost weight. Cyrus hasn't been taking good

beating,

it, Grandpa. I'll ensure Nancy is well taken care of.

Nancy with a grin,

nodded lightly, "Yes, aiming