Lewis's face stiffened.

He glanced over at old Mrs. Horton, but she was focused on Nathan and Oliver, not sparing him even a glance.

Lewis clenched his jaw and tightened his fists, then cautiously called out, "Grandma…"

Still, no response from her.

It was Oliver who finally spoke up. "Lewis, Grandma might not remember you right now. It's crowded in here, and the air's a little stale. You should step outside for a bit."

Keira frowned at those words, clearly wanting to say something. But when she glanced at old Mrs. Horton, she held back.

Lewis had already turned and was striding out of the room.

Keira understood. He didn't want to argue with them in front of his grandma, so she immediately followed him.

Before leaving, she turned to look back.

Old Mrs. Horton was happily chatting with Nathan and Oliver, holding Nathan's hand, seemingly unaware that Lewis and Keira had left.

Keira let out a deep breath and walked out the door, only to see Lewis standing on the balcony.

She quickly joined him, watching as he reached into his pocket, pulled out a cigarette, and lit it.

Keira was taken aback. Since she'd known him, Lewis rarely smoked.

Had things really gotten so bad?

She walked up beside him.

the cigarette and took a deep breath. "Grandma used to dote on me. She always said I was her only grandson and

for a

unforgivable? It wasn't until later that I realized—she didn't reject him… she just didn't dare acknowledge him. She

Keira clenched her jaw.

from

followed. "Grandma, you remember me now? And do you know who this is? This is my wife,

with an

in, "I'm here,

make sure you remember this time—this is your grandson. Don't let anyone

Anyone else…

own son

How ridiculous.

that moment, Keira couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy for Lewis. She reached

managing a small smile. "Did you see? In this family… well, when I was younger, I really

was ever good to

shoulder and softly said, "Well, now

say anything for a

the window, silently watching the view of the Horton estate, seeing the staff moving back and

before the noise inside

said, "You two stay here and watch over her. Don't let any unwanted visitors or strangers she doesn't want to

Mrs. Horton and was dizzy with fatigue. But despite how she felt, she managed a

Lewis a mocking look and

jealous, are you? Grandma's had you all to herself for over twenty years. It's only fair we get a turn to show her

and now she doesn't even remember him! If he has anyone to blame,

Oliver jump in, "Dad, maybe it's time we updated the

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