All Too Late

Diana and Charles both wore dumbfounded expressions on their faces.

Samuel’s almond-shaped eyes narrowed slightly as he answered, “Sure.”

Kathleen sat down again and lowered her head without a word.

I must be crazy!

Samuel sat down and placed the documents aside, which invited a glare from Diana.

The old woman rolled her eyes at her grandson, disgruntled.

He’s returned so hurriedly to get these documents, yet he refuses to leave after retrieving them. An excuse! An excuse is what it is!

Meanwhile, disdain was written all over Charles’ face.

This man is pretty cunning, huh? That gloomy look on his face was obviously meant to deceive Kathleen! My sister’s a soft-hearted person. How dare he make use of her kindness. Son of a b*tch!

At the same time, Kathleen was chastising herself as regret crept up her.

Why did I invite him back for a meal? Come to think of it, this is Samuel’s residence, and I’m the guest here. Why am I, a guest, inviting the resident of this residence for lunch? Oh, how awkward!

“Katie, come and have some oranges.” Diana eased the tension in the room by piping up and stuffing a slice of fruit into Kathleen’s slender hands. “This is your favorite, no?”

“Thanks, Grandma,” said Kathleen upon recovering her senses.

Diana was delighted. “Tell me. What have you been up to abroad for the past year?” she asked.

“Okay.” Kathleen naturally began chatting with the older woman.

As the two ladies chattered away happily, Samuel kept his attention on Kathleen’s each and every move. His gaze was filled with an infinite amount of gentleness.

Displeased, Charles asked, “Mr. Macari, fancy having a talk outside?”

D*mn it! How dare he have the audacity to pretend as if he cares about Kathleen? Has he forgotten how the woman he loves harmed Kathleen and my two little nephews who never got the chance to see the world? How disgusting!

Samuel replied indifferently, “Sure.”

The two men headed out.

Upon noticing their movements, Kathleen could not help but feel nervous.

Diana smiled and held Kathleen’s hands. “You have your brother to protect you. Don’t worry. They will be just fine. Let’s continue your story.”

Kathleen bit her lip and returned to her conversation with Diana as Samuel and Charles went outside for a chat.

seeped out of

out a sneer. “Mr. Macari, I’m sure you’re aware my

also call off an engagement.” Samuel’s deep voice which resembled a cello was void of emotions. “So,

my sister!” Charles hissed with a menacing look. “I forbid you to go near

“Is there anything else you’d like

her mind and live with you as long as you insist on keeping her by your side like an unreasonable person? Just

Unreasonable person?

darkened. “No, I

what Kathleen

not have left him using such

pushed to her limit, perhaps Kathleen would have

he knew how hard the year had been without Kathleen’s presence

told him that his temper had changed. He had become more vicious and colder

who could suppress the hostility in him

longer wanted

respects and adores her more than you. Hence, there won’t be any so-called first love or hopeless lies in their relationship!” Charles glared at Samuel furiously and spat, “Most importantly, Kate has me, her brother, to protect her now. I won’t allow you to mistreat her

viciousness flashed across Samuel’s eyes

“Christopher won’t probably have the guts to marry

to Christopher, I got to reunite with Kate. He had been helping her search for her long-lost brother since he knew

to bob up and down. Evidently, he was

cared about

not ask

Kathleen well, in truth, he was completely ignorant

a white Maserati

from

spirits, but her mood turned sulky

you doing here?” She

Samuel fell speechless.

to look at Charles. In an instant, a smile appeared across her face as

you, Mrs. Macari.” Charles curled his lips. “I’m Kate’s elder brother,

meet you, Mr. Johnson.” Wynnie shook his hand. “That’s a good thing to hear. Kate finally has an elder brother to take care of

that comment, Charles smiled lightly and answered, “Thank you, Mrs. Macari, for looking after my

Samuel a look and replied awkwardly, “We didn’t do our

was really satisfying,” Charles uttered

everyone present would’ve

the case.” Charles paused and added,

took another glance at

my sister are in the living room,” Charles

added, “Mr. Johnson, feel free to punch someone in the face. I will help you

rendered speechless after hearing