Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time

Chapter 434

That evening, just as Charlene was getting ready to leave work, her phone rang- it was Jasmine Henderson.

Tomorrow was Saturday. If Jasmine was calling now, she was probably hoping to make plans. But Charlene had no time to spare.

She was scheduled to visit the rehab center with Helena Ross and the others, to meet with the doctors about her mother's medication and treatment.

So, she let Jasmine's call go unanswered.

Saturday morning, when Charlene arrived at the rehab center, she immediately noticed that Sybil Ross looked even thinner than she had a few days ago. Her hair was brittle, her skin pale and drained of color.

The doctor explained, "The medications she's been taking for her mental health have put stress on her liver and kidneys. It wasn't an issue before, but now that her organs are failing, it's too dangerous for her to continue. We've stopped some of her prescriptions. She's been in pretty poor spirits lately, and with the antibiotics she's taking for her organs, her body is under tremendous strain..."

Charlene tightened her grip on her purse and nodded, signaling she understood.

Afterward, she and Vernon Ross spoke with the doctor for quite some time. It was nearly noon before they finally left the facility.

As they walked out, Charlene's phone rang again. Jasmine.

Charlene pressed her lips together and immediately declined the call.

After that, Jasmine didn't try again.

But later that afternoon, Connie Snyder-who had just returned from abroad the day before called and invited Charlene to go shopping.

mood to go out, especially with Helena's health having been so fragile lately. She felt she ought to stay home and keep her

pat. "Don't coop yourself up, dear. Go

"...Alright," Charlene replied softly.

and headed

time to

iced tea was forgotten. Connie's expression fell, and after a long pause, she

wished with all her

truth was, Sybil's health was deteriorating

the family knew the odds weren't

I'd known, I wouldn't have

shook her head, about to reassure her, when

Her gaze turned icy.

followed her line of sight-then she saw them too: Henley Hawkins and

lady, dressed with taste, carrying herself with an effortless grace.

as always, seemed to take great care with his appearance. Even past fifty, he was

looked every bit

to be out enjoying a relaxed day together, their good mood obvious as Henley held Maureen's hand, carrying her purse as she picked

Henley didn't

frustration. "Why do they get to

Charlene lowered her eyes.

wasn't