Chapter 27 Vera Was Preparing Supper For Eric

Eric woke up and found himself drenched in sweat, his heart still heavy with the pain of losing Eileen. The emotions from his dream felt overwhelming-sadness, depression, and heartbreak engulfed him, leaving him breathless. He could not believe that a mere dream could evoke such intense feelings, especially with the unexpected twist of Eileen’s death and his own heartbroken demise alongside hers. It all seemed too absurd to be real.

“Eric, you’re awake!” Vera’s gentle voice brought him back to reality.

Glancing at the clock on the wall, Eric realized it was already afternoon and it was getting dark outside. How long did he sleep?

Noticing the redness in Vera’s eyes, as if she had been crying.

“Vera, aren’t you at school?”

Vera replied with a sad tine, “Eric, did you forget? You said you were gonna pick me up after school every Friday. I’ve waited for you for quite some time and you didn’t show up. So. I called Gavin and he said you were sick and I rushed here.”

“I’m sorry, I forgot!” Eric apologized, his mind still in disarray from the vivid dream he had just experienced.

“Eric, are you feeling any better? Do you want some water?” Vera asked with concern.

“No,” Eric replied quietly.

“Okay,” Vera replied softly, noticing Eric’s discomfort. She held his hand tightly and remained quietly by his side.

Just then, a knock came at the door. Eric opened his eyes and directed his gaze towards the door, granting permission to enter.

“Mr. Eric, it’s time to eat. Are you feeling better?” Sharon entered the room.

Eric’s heart sank for some reason. “I’m feeling better. Where is Eileen?” he inquired.

Sharon responded, “Eileen is eating downstairs! Would you like me to call her for you, Mr. Eric?”

Eileen? Why did I mention Eileen? Was I still fixated on her?

and said, “It’s alright, Vera, you can go and have your meal too.”

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keep you company after dinner,” Vera

“Sure,” Eric acknowledged.

planned to stay home for the weekend to take care of Eric. If need be, she would take him

had not seen much

Eileen sat on the sofa, watching variety shows.

in the

the room was in a mess with the bed sheets scattered everywhere. Eric had

family, so she kept

with Sharon, who was kneeling on the ground, “Dad, Eric falling. sick has nothing to do with Sharon: It’s all my fault. Please don’t blame

the family could compare to Eric. Even though Eric was merely sick, Sharon had to suffer severe consequences, which felt extremely unfair to

if this happens again!” Will exclaimed angrily.

replied, “Yes,

away and stormed upstairs

wounds. Eileen could not help. but imagine how much pain Sharon must have endured.

cry, silly girl. I’m fine,”

hit you! Will is a scum. How could he

suddenly. “Eileen, he’s your father. Don’t be

not say anything else. “I understand, Sharon. I won’t mention it

to her room, she noticed a car parked at the gate. A woman in a

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seat. Although Eileen could only see the outline of her profile, she was Elsie.

doing her makeup in the

Eric and left. Elsie’s presence seemed to have.

the curtains upon seeing the car leave. She could not be sure if Elsie noticed her, but she knew Eric was sharp and suspicious. If he suspected that Eileen. knew about Elsie teaming up with him, Eric would not

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