Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2017

The boy knew the changes in Joan and Larry’s relationship. Lucius was a brilliant boy; there was no way he could not guess that they were fighting. In fact, he knew that there was a chance they might be separated in the near future.

Nevertheless, Dustin was still by her side. At least he takes care of Mom, Lucius thought with a smile.

“What are you talking about? He must be sleep talking,” Joan quickly clarified.

Right then, Larry appeared by the doorway with breakfast in his hands. “Joan.”

When he took in the scene, he stiffened, feeling awkward. “You’re already eating.”

“Lucius, you haven’t had your food, right? Here. Dad bought you breakfast,” he said instead.

Slowly turning around to walk to Larry, the boy cast Larry a look of disdain.

“Why is Mr. Dustin doing the things Dad should be doing?” the boy intentionally asked loudly.

Larry froze, but he soon recollected himself.

why I’ve been neglecting you and your mother’s feelings. However, I’m free now,”

it’s too late now! Lucius thought furiously,

wrong?” Delilah softly asked

Can we get rid of him?”

a panic. Like her, Delilah was equally dumbfounded. In the beginning, the boy kept calling Joan Mom. Later, when Larry found Joan, and she returned to his side, the boy began

What do I do?

moment, delight emerged

If we really

make sure that Joan was happy. I’ll respect whatever decision Mom makes, as

lot, so let’s share,” Delilah

breakfast!” Lucius

was just a

went by, Joan slowly recovered. Her returning health also lifted the spirits

Mom,” Lucius

face. If she could, she would stay here forever, never to

now? Do you feel

answering her verbally, Joan