Chapter 989:

Gemma pouted, uncertain of the timeline but knowing she shouldn’t press Sheila on family matters.

Corey gently ruffled her hair, showing brotherly affection. “Gemma, other than me, no one else is worth your worry, understand?”

Gemma nodded, accepting his advice.

The call had been answered by Sheila’s son. With not enough money for medical expenses, Sheila’s grandson had postponed his hospital treatment and passed away during surgery. Overwhelmed by grief, Sheila had taken her own life.

Caden and Alicia came down for breakfast and deliberately joined Gemma’s table.

Gemma, looking downcast, ate in silence.

Alicia noticed and asked, prompting Gemma to put down her knife and fork and lean in with a sigh.

of the situation, blurted out, “What’s troubling you? Is your brother

Corey was left speechless.

as she exclaimed, “What are you

Caden a stern look,

an attempt to lighten the mood, Caden ordered a glass of

Gemma, slightly parched, took a tentative

Gemma with an amused smile, seemingly entertained by her dramatic

responded honestly, “Mr.

you protect Miss Hampton, but you also

salary, and Mr. Hampton treats

his gaze to Corey. Corey, meanwhile, was watching Gemma but occasionally, his eyes strayed

but didn’t avert his intense gaze, instead deepening it. “Alicia, do you ever regret marrying

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