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.”

The words escaped Old

him to it, grabbing the teapot and

Man Neal’s eyes grew complex, his heart filling with an even greater

and given Cynthia’s character, she’s unlikely to remarry you.” Old Man Neal began after much consideration,

was different. While she could be tender, that tenderness

influence her decisions.

she has already forgiven me,” Joshua responded,

with joy before immediately falling into a sigh Cynthias forgiveness, he feared, was merely her way of severing any further connection. The poor boy. If only he had known

your mother in a little while. It was my mistake. Don’t let your mother suffer because of it,” Old Man Neal suggested, noting Joshua’s troubled state, has brows knit in complexity.

“Alright.” Joshua nodded.

a pang in

Man Neal paused, his

I was impulsive earlier,” Joshua apologized, not wanting to cause the elder too much worry or concern.

excessively, I will certainly have to deal with you,” Old Man Neal retorted as if reinvigorated, a hint of stubborn

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