After Mateo left, Chloe and Henry remained seated in the living room. Chloe felt an overwhelming discomfort settle over her.

The Hoffmans were like a cage, imprisoning more than just Charles. The only difference was that Charles had the courage and ability to fight back-something she lacked. "Uncle Henry..." Chloe's voice was soft.

"Go home. I'll handle your grandfather," Henry reassured her, waving his hand. "Charlie is still sentimental, at least enough to hold back. Remember that."

"I understand, Uncle Henry," Chloe replied quietly.

After leaving the Hoffman residence, Charles' expression remained dark. It did not take long for Henry to call him.

"Uncle Henry," Charles answered, his tone controlled.

Aunt Nancy..." Henry

Residence. Don't worry, Uncle Henry. I'll take good care of Aunt Nancy. She'll be staying at Phoenix Tree Residence for now, and Nelly will be with her. You can rest easy." Henry sighed, the weight of the situation apparent in his

of the Hoffmans, who were bound by their rules. "Your grandfather is trying to look out

paused for a moment before continuing, "You know your grandfather and father were very fond of Kelly back then. What happened three years ago deeply angered them. After that, they've never accepted

her face and background, are you truly certain

Nelly as Kelly's replacement," Charles

hesitated before

what I want. It has always been Nelly-no one else. Uncle Henry, you and Aunt Nancy

me today-that your love for Noelle has nothing to do with

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