It was a beautiful spring day. The sun was shining, the sky was clear, and the weather couldn’t have been better.Charlotte’s doctor said her wound was healing well, and if everything stayed on track, she could be discharged in about a week.That afternoon, with the sun streaming through the windows
Lena knew about it because one of her girlfriends happened to be close with Megan’s best friend back then. The secret had slipped out during an afternoon tea when that friend accidentally let something slip.The moment it happened, the friend had begged them not to tell anyone. Otherwise, Megan woul
Lena, seeing right through Megan, thought to herself. “So that’s what this is about.”She gave a small nod and replied calmly, “Yes, they broke up.”A subtle breath of relief escaped from Megan.Lena watched her closely, noting every shift in her expression. Then she asked directly, “Do you still ha
“Do you have time? I’d like to treat you to a meal,” Megan said.Lena hesitated for a moment.She had been planning to say no. But then she remembered Megan’s old feelings for Sean. That made her reconsider.Megan had returned to the country specifically to attend the funerals of James and Mrs. Jasp
In mid-May, Mr. Jasper Sr. returned from his overseas trip to attend the funerals of Mrs. Jasper Sr. and James.The service was held on May 17.That day, the sky was overcast, heavy with leaden clouds. The air was thick and stifling.About fifteen kilometers north of the Jasper estate lay a private
“Sean,” Charlotte called out softly, her voice barely louder than a whisper. The sound was instantly swallowed by the roar of the rain.But somehow, as if he could feel it, he heard her.He turned around, and through the sheets of rain, their eyes met.She stood under the covered walkway. He stood o