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.

tested as potential donors. Once

"That's a relief."

the Lawsons still hadn't told the Howard family about Timothy's accident. Vince hesitated, then asked, "Has Sheila come back

I called Sheila late that night and had her come back. I asked her about everything. The truth is, she spoils

mother had died young, leaving a gaping wound in both Sandra and Abell's lives. When they found Sheila, she became their

know—she still sided with Sheila deep down. He let the matter

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

still having

us? There's 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

was polite but firm. Vince could only sigh. "Sandra, their marriage has more problems than just this. I can't change Jessy's mind for her. One day, you'll

a bit longer before

Stonebridge Construction, and with the recent accident

call, arranging for

keep her

didn't want anything else to