Regret Came Too Late

Chapter 62

They spent another two hours mingling with the rest of the crowd before Grace finally got into Ethan's car to head back to Druville. But the people of Northbrook were still gathered outside, not quite ready to say goodbye.

"Grace, make sure you stop by when it's all done!"

"My family just got a huge relocation payment! It's about a million dollars! I'm buying a house in Druville so I can come see you!"

"How's your back, Grace? I'm really sorry I lost my temper and hit you with that rake before."

Their voices drifted in through the open car window.

The farmers had grown incredibly attached to Grace in just a few days. After all, no one else had ever managed to save Northbrook's apples, let alone turn Northbrook into a future tourist destination.

Decades of bitterness toward Southbrook had finally worn off. They no longer had to worry about the people of Southbrook.

A better future was ahead-one where they could focus on growing apples and helping with development. Gideon Kline's dream was coming true, and they could barely contain their gratitude.

a wave of emotions rush over her.

honesty that stood in sharp contrast to the vibe in Southbrook. She took a deep breath and

and they'll take good care of visitors. If we had picked Southbrook, I'd be worried they'd start

folder of documents. He gave

had gone so smoothly since Grace had regained consciousness in the hospital.

of them spoke for the rest of

in her seat. By the time she woke up, they were already

gave a polite

from his papers and met her eyes. Just as she started wondering if something was on her face, he looked

turned to head inside, only to find Carmen standing

happened this time, Grace? Your dad's losing it at home, and

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