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.

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

paused for a

small, bitter laugh. "I never understood why. I mean, Oliver is her grandson too. Why didn't she acknowledge him? Did he do something unforgivable? It wasn't until later that I realized—she didn't reject him… she just didn't dare acknowledge him. She was afraid that if she gave him too much love, there wouldn't be enough left

Keira clenched her jaw.

laughter erupted from inside

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

with an

quickly chimed in, "I'm

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

Anyone else…

own son Lewis

How ridiculous.

that moment, Keira couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy

her hand tightly, managing a small smile. "Did you see? In this family… well, when I

grandma was ever

on his shoulder and softly said, "Well, now

say anything for a

silently watching the view of the Horton estate,

was unclear how much time passed before the noise inside the room

spotted Lewis right away and, turning to Marisa and Selena, said, "You two stay here and watch over her. Don't let any unwanted visitors or strangers she doesn't want

entire day with old Mrs. Horton and was dizzy with fatigue. But despite how she felt, she

Lewis a mocking look

you all to herself for over twenty

around, and now she doesn't even remember him! If he has anyone to blame, it's himself for not being around enough. She hasn't forgotten anyone

maybe it's time we updated the will. Grandma's

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