All Too Late

It was seven o’clock at night.

Wynnie had brought Kathleen some food.

She gave Kathleen a big portion. “Here’s yours.”

Then, Samuel received the smaller portion. “And here’s yours.”

Samuel was left speechless.

Wynnie explained, “Well, I only made an extra portion in light of your rescue efforts today. Otherwise, you wouldn’t be getting any food. Not even a bowl of soup.”

Reluctant to speak, Samuel remained silent.

Kathleen saw that Samuel was slightly depressed, so she said to Wynnie, “Mrs. Macari, I was saved today all thanks to Samuel.”

“Oh. Kate has put in some good words for you. I’ll reward you with a bowl of soup later,” Wynnie muttered slowly.

“Hah!” Samuel laughed in disdain. “Thank you, my queen. Thank you, my princess.”

Wynnie scoffed, “I’m your queen, but she’s not your princess. Keep your slick tongue to yourself.”

Samuel decided to shut his mouth as he dined.

Wynnie patted Kathleen’s head, slightly concerned. “Are you okay?”

“I’m fine.” Kathleen nodded.

“That’s good.” Wynnie furrowed her brows. “Mom was furious when she learned about this. She mentioned that she’ll make time for poker tomorrow. She plans on telling her poker friends about this incident. Don’t worry. The news will spread like wildfire.”

Kathleen asked, “Mrs. Macari, is that necessary?”

“Of course it is! They have wronged you,” Wynnie replied seriously.

Kathleen was grateful, but she didn’t want to trouble them.

Wynnie had a good look at Kathleen before taking a glance at Samuel. She felt at ease.

After Kathleen finished her meal, Wynnie tidied up the table and prepared herself to leave.

“I’ll see you out.” Samuel got up to send Wynnie off.

Wynnie asked coldly, “Have you finally thought

not utter a

Kathleen, you’d better do your best to treasure her. Be careful, or she might not forgive you next

me anymore. I can sense it,” Samuel replied

Wynnie stared at him.

continued, “She’s no longer the same Kathleen who used

shouldn’t be pestering Kate if it bothers you. Who knows? Perhaps she’ll end up

to reply, causing his

“She’s not going to be with Christopher. She came back this time

for a moment.

“Didn’t

I learned about it before you. Who do you think I am?” she

expressionless as

“Kathleen is back because she found out her mother’s real identity. She’ll leave once her

if you haven’t tried? As long as you’re sincere, I don’t think Kate will hold a grudge against you

Samuel fell silent.

moment,

don’t have to send me any further. Go back and keep Kate company,”

know about Kate’s identity?”

mother shook

never suspected why Kathleen and Nicolette

shocked. “Wait… What? Are you saying

had a little girl once, but she disappeared without a word. Sounds about

missed the elevator, her brows tied into a knot. “Could it be that Kate’s mom is actually Old

nodded

were supposed to

took a deep breath. “I was the reason why they missed out

have known! Otherwise, why did she insist on going? She was aware that the Yoeger family disliked her and knew you wanted to avoid conflict. Between herself and Kate, you’ll only bring one of them to attend. She

Samuel’s gaze

teeth, Wynnie growled, “Who would have thought? She’s just as cunning as her mom!

the reason behind her mom’s disappearance. After that, she’ll head for the Yoeger residence,” Samuel

was unlikely that anyone could just come in and take the child away. Sadly, even after some extensive searching, there were no leads for

with Grandma just

know. Rest assured.” Wynnie nodded

The elevator had returned.

managed to get on

the elevator door closed before

heard a deep and