Chapter 625

“Are you still angry?” Old Man Neal spoke with a deep volce, resembling a gentle elder at that moment.

Joshua’s attitude softened, though a tinge of bitterness lingered in his wards. “I’m not angry, I just don’t understand why you asked me to come back when it’s clear you’re not welcoming”

“We did not unwelcome your return. You’re the most accomplished child in our family. This is how we’ve always interacted, it was my mistake not to notice your unhappiness,” Old Man Neal answered slowly, his concern evident.

Joshua’s expression showed a hint of surprise. His grandfather.. truly seemed to care about him. Cynthia had not lied.

“Could you tell me what happened?” Old Man Neal inquired gently, hoping to have a heart–to–heart conversation

Adhering to Cynthia’s request to maintain his former personality, Joshua was sparing with his words. “No.”

Cynthia, isn’t it? The words escaped Old Man Neal’s

Neal was picking up the teapot to pour tea, thinking about continuing the conversation gradually. However, Joshua beat him to it, grabbing the teapot and pouring the tea. His actions were so adept that it surprised even him, for it was not a conscious decision but a conditioned reflex of

Old Man Neal’s eyes grew complex, his heart filling with an even greater sense of ge

things you’ve done and given Cynthia’s character, she’s

were soft–hearted. However, Cynthia was different. While she could be tender,

influence her decisions.

has already forgiven

a sigh Cynthias forgiveness, he feared, was merely her way of severing any further connection. The poor boy.

your mother suffer because of it,” Old Man Neal suggested, noting Joshua’s troubled state, has

“Alright.” Joshua nodded.

figure, Joshua felt a pang in his heart and could not help but stand

paused, his

earlier,” Joshua apologized, not wanting to cause

mother worries excessively, I will certainly have to deal with you,” Old Man Neal retorted as if reinvigorated, a hint of stubborn pride in his voice.

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