Chapter 1275 Coward

The weight in Stanley’s gut eased slightly, and the cynical look in his eyes deepened.

Joyce caught it and let out a bitter chuckle. “I’ll take my leave then.”

She lowered her head and dashed out of his office, not wanting him to see the tears falling again.

Once the open sky was above her, she raised her head.

She noted the sky was dark and cloudy as if it would rain soon. Well, at least the weather reflects my mood. It’s dark, cloudy, and raining.

Reaching for her phone, she called a number.

Within minutes, her call connected, and a kind woman’s voice sounded. “Hello?”

“Mom, it’s me.” Joyce plastered a forced smile on her face.

She could hear the joy in Caitlin’s voice. “Joyce, why are you calling at this hour? Aren’t you at work?”

 

“I’m on my leave today, Mom. Can I go see you and Dad tomorrow?” Joyce asked.

answered, “Tomorrow? That’s great! You haven’t dropped by in a while. Your dad was talking about you at dinner yesterday. He was wondering when you’ll be back for dinner. The chicken we’re

could feel

voice. “I’ll

that,” Caitlin said with

conversations were

of water began raining

face as she bent down, wrapping her arms around her knees. One could hear the overwhelming sadness

her crying, were guessing if her

comforted her. They merely

rain got heavier, the sky had gotten even darker. Suddenly, a gentle voice came from behind her. “Are

she raised her head from her knees and looked

suit, he seemed approachable. He should be

your concern. I’m fine,” Joyce answered through

man offered her a handkerchief. “Your eyes are swollen from crying. Here, wipe

tissue in her purse. She couldn’t use the helm of her shirt to wipe her tears, so she accepted it. “Thank you. I-I’ll pay you for it.” She quickly wiped her tears and fumbled for her

it. You don’t have to pay me for it. It’s just a handkerchief.

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