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

shot Caden a stern

lighten the mood, Caden ordered a glass of

tears, Gemma, slightly parched, took a tentative

by her dramatic response. He then turned to Pierre, asking abruptly,

responded honestly, “Mr. Ward, it’s three

that all?” Caden remarked. “Not only do you protect Miss Hampton, but you also cook

Ward, that’s the standard salary, and Mr. Hampton treats me

finger on the table as he glanced at Gemma and then shifted his gaze to Corey. Corey, meanwhile, was watching Gemma but occasionally, his eyes strayed to Alicia, his expression a mix of emotions. Caden, aware of Corey’s underlying

gaze, instead deepening it.

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