When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

Chapter 182

Chapter 182

“Grandpa had been in poor health these last few years. He passed away from rectal cancer…” I trailed off, unsure of what else to say.

The coffee cup she was holding fell, and a loud crack was heard as it shattered on impact. In a panic, she got up to pick up the shards, but a waiter quickly stepped forward to handle the mess.

Sally’s voice trembled as she apologized profusely for her carelessness.

The waiter hurriedly shook his head and tried to calm her down. “It’s really nothing, ma’am. I just need to clean this up?”

I stretched out my hand to help her up, not knowing how to comfort her. I knew that her apology was not actually meant for the waiter but her deceased father.

Soon enough, Sally was able to regain her composure. Ever the elegant woman that she was, she was able to recover quite quickly from the earlier mishap.

However, her expression was no longer as composed as it was when we entered earlier. Even though she was smiling, it was strained.

“It’s getting late, Aunt Sally. Let’s head back.” I figured that after this revelation, she’d likely not be in the mood to continue shopping.

Sally nodded. “Yeah, let’s go. You should be resting after a full day out.”

Since I was fumbling around with my bag, I also failed to notice that Sally had stopped in her tracks on her way out. I looked up immediately, only to be surprised by what I saw.

It was just our lucky day.

of the cafe. Behind her was Marcus, who presumably just parked his

The expression on her face was truly

glanced at me and frowned

leave but were stopped by

for coffee? Where would you like to be

the waiter but kept her eyes on Sally the whole time. “Well, your establishment seems to be more suited to entertaining notorious maneaters.” She sneered and continued. “A popular hangout spot for mistresses,

and turned to look

but the commotion had attracted the attention of the other

f*ck is wrong

the Fullers, a prominent family here in J City. I think her name is Sally or something like that. I heard that she was his mistress for a

the ex-wife is so unhappy about this. How can such a prominent family let

S

Maybe it’s true

are about twenty years apart. Doesn’t this

gossip was far from subtle. Sally glanced pale-faced at Sharon but did not say much else. She turned around and

was quick to move in Sally’s way, thus blocking her path. “What’s the rush? Everyone is curious

was aware that I was being a little harsh, but I could not let this

angered by my words, and her voice immediately went up by a few

her, concerned that Sharon might hurt me. “Nobody is pointing fingers at you, but if you’d like us to, just keep going as loudly

the arm and gestured at both of us wildly. “Marc, it is clear that they are ganging up on me here! They’re

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