Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 67

Mila's eyes were fixed on the elderly woman approaching, completely missing Roland's question.

The elderly woman, exuding a strong presence, had also noticed the commotion on Mila's side.

She paused, whispered a few words to someone beside her, and soon the throng of journalists was gently restrained by her staff, preventing any further

photography.

Though puzzled, the crowd respected the elderly woman's status and dared not approach.

Breaking free from the crowd, the woman strode purposefully towards Mila.

Mila hurried to meet her, her eyes shining with a mix of excitement and a touch of nervousness, as if near home but hesitant to call out.

The woman came closer, gently removed her sunglasses, and studied her grand- niece intently. After a long moment, she frowned slightly, reached out, and tousled Mila's hair with a mixture of disapproval and subtle affection.

has he been taking care

touch, Mila's eyes stung with unshed tears.

those two words, and she couldn't say

there. It had been so long since she last

Jade understood her grand-niece all too

past years hadn't been kind to

leave with her

Roland, the eldest of the Lockwood family. My parents often speak of you. I returned from abroad earlier this year and haven't found the opportunity to visit you

Roland a brief nod, "I know of you. An impressive young talent. You've been quite active overseas. Why the sudden

question, "The environment here needs me

a few polite exchanges, Roland stepped aside, "I won't keep you, Mrs. Sutherland. I hope

offered no response, simply guiding

aunt and niece depart, his gaze thoughtful. He was well aware of

Sutherland was a legend in elite