Chapter 31 Experts

It was a call from her grandmother, Monica.

Joey cast a wary look in Zachary's direction. As their gazes locked, her expression betrayed a mixture of unease and anticipation—a sentiment that did not escape Zachary's notice.

Urged by a longing for a response, Joey's lips were slightly parted. Yet, no words escaped, and she turned to leave in silence.

"Grandma …"

Joey answered the call and closed the office door.

Monica's voice came through the phone, asking, "Joey, have you picked up Zachary?"

With dusk settling in, Monica foresaw a compromise in her vision once the room lights illuminated. To spare Joey from worry, she kept her eye struggles to herself.

Monica's sole desire was to witness Joey and Zachary leading a happy life together. However, uncertainty lingered about whether she would get to see them embrace parenthood.

Lost in contemplation, it took multiple calls from Joey to bring Monica back to the present.

"Huh? Pardon me?"

"Zachary is still in the meeting. I sti