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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Mansion was silent, with Nancy closing her

offered breathtaking views.

think of their strained relationship. It was best not to stir up

soon as they entered the living room, Wilma, seated on the

hand, walking over to her

"You've lost weight! Didn't I tell you not to diet? You never

dieting. I had a bit of

few days ago," Wilma's face darkened as she turned to Cyrus, "Cyrus, what's this about? Is this how you

Nancy to be sick. I was beside myself with worry and stayed by her side at the hospital for two days and nights, right,

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

Hayley, even setting off fireworks across the city for her,

the mockery in Nancy's tone, Cyrus thought she was still upset about

aged voice sounded, "Nancy and Cyrus are back? Let's

looking at Holt descending the stairs. "She has lost weight. Cyrus hasn't been taking good

Holt feigned a move with his cane. "Cyrus, you rascal, looking for a beating, are you? I warn you.

feigned fear. "Got it, Grandpa. I'll ensure Nancy is well taken care of. We'll have a big, healthy great-grandchild for

with a grin,

collective gaze, Nancy nodded lightly, "Yes, aiming