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.

winter days, warmth seeped out of

as they were outside, Charles let out a sneer. “Mr. Macari, I’m sure you’re

a marriage, one can also call off an engagement.” Samuel’s deep voice which resembled

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

“Is there anything

response. “Surely you aren’t thinking that she will change her mind and live with you as long as you insist on

Unreasonable person?

“No,

knew what Kathleen

have left

Had he not pushed to

year’s time was neither long nor short. However, only he knew how hard the year had

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

who

no longer wanted

sister’s getting married to Christopher. That man is a thousand times better than you as he 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

hint of viciousness flashed across Samuel’s eyes when he

probably

search for her long-lost brother since he knew she had a brother who was separated from her at a young age. What about you? Did you

causing his Adam’s apple to bob up

cared about these

he did not ask

know Kathleen well, in truth, he

white

emerged from the

in high spirits, but her mood

doing

Samuel fell speechless.

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

Mrs. Macari.” Charles curled

shook his hand. “That’s a good thing to hear. Kate

Charles smiled lightly and answered, “Thank you, Mrs.

look and replied awkwardly, “We didn’t

wedding was really satisfying,” Charles uttered

was nothing. I suppose everyone present would’ve done the same,” Wynnie said

case.” Charles paused and added, “Some gentlemen

another glance

are in

see them inside then.” Wynnie pondered for a while and added, “Mr. Johnson, feel free to punch someone in the face. I will help you with the lawsuit if

speechless