Goodbye, Mr. Regret

Vince frowned, a sense of unease settling over him.

Mayfield was a shareholder in Stonebridge Construction.

A darker premonition crept into his mind. Was it just a coincidence? Or something

more?

It was still morning in Aetherion when Vince pulled out his phone and dialed

Sandra.

Sandra was surprised to see Vince's name pop up and quickly answered.

"Sandra."

"Vince, is there any improvement with Henry's situation?"

Sandra and Timothy's grandfather, Abell Howard, had originally planned to return home with Sallie. But Sallie, not wanting the elderly couple to endure the long journey and emotional turmoil, insisted they stay put. She promised to keep them updated if there was any news. So far, though, Sallie hadn't reached out.

illness. The whole Lawson family has been tested

"That's a relief."

told the Howard family about Timothy's accident. Vince hesitated, then asked, "Has Sheila

last time, I questioned Sallie about it. She said Henry's been treating Sheila like a mother figure. I called Sheila late that night and had her come back. I asked her about everything. The truth is, she spoils the child too much-lets him have his way, never guides him. I've told her to stay home

died young, leaving a gaping wound in both Sandra and Abell's

he needed to know—she still sided with Sheila deep down.

reason to call. I just didn't see her when

still

really nothing between Timothy and Sheila. As his family, we would never allow such a thing. For the past seven years, Timothy and Sheila have behaved like any normal siblings. They're close in age, grew up together, and Timothy is sentimental by nature. Sheila had a rough time back then, and Timothy's always looked out for her.

polite but firm. Vince could only sigh. "Sandra, their marriage has more problems

a bit longer before ending

was still a shareholder at Stonebridge Construction, and with the recent accident

another call, arranging for two bodyguards to

keep her

anything else to happen to