Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 80 Uncertain Return

At that moment, the host approached and greeted, “William!”

William smiled, then whispered to Emelie, “Walk to your left when the dance begins. I’ll grab your hand.”

Why did William want her to walk to the left?

Emelie was puzzled, but a middle–aged man approached them before she could ask

“Uncle Norman.” William nodded.

The man, nearing 60, had a kindly demeanor. “My boy, we’re all here for some fun. Harmony breeds prosperity. But look at you scaring people

His words sounded like a reprimand, but his tone was more teasing. It was evident he admired William as a junior.

William was equally affectionate toward him.

It was a sight Emelie had never witnessed him share with any elder, including Henry

“I’m just getting rid of troublemakers for you, Uncle Norman, so they don’t tarnish your reputation,” William retorted.

“You always have an excuse.” Norman chuckled. “But could I really blame you for being an outsider? You’re like a son to me; of course, I’d defend you!”

“Like a son to him?” Emelie thought.

years by William’s side, how did she not know the extent of his relationship

asked, “Has Wesley

by the mention of this name,

remained indifferent, engrossed in conversation with

realize this was a banquet

uncertain. Sometimes, even as his father, I’m not

this time, but whether he actually returned or boarded the ship, I have

worried I become. He’s so reckless, it wouldn’t surprise me if one day I’ll

their own paths,”

grip

mind, drifting away briefly,

She

burdened with debt, she hadn’t met William on a rainy

was just a young girl, endlessly asking Wesley why

Norman’s hand trembled inexplicably,

handed

walking perfectly fine and still bump into things. It’s embarrassing.” Norman joked about

who would dare say

spoke softly, “People make mistakes. It’s normal, and there

William glanced at her.

Norman looked at Emelle, then smiled at William. “Thaven’t asked you yet.

are as special as the one