The Enigmatic Return (Nancy’s And Roxanne )

Chapter 4 55 Despicable Man
The next morning, after having breakfast, the family headed towards the graveyard situated on the city’s
outskirts.
The journey was enveloped in silence.
The children, aware they were visiting their Granny’s resting place, remained unusually obedient and refrained from making any noise.
They knew little about their Granny.
After a brief silence, they couldn’t hold back their curiosity, asking, “Grandaunt, could you tell us about Granny? What was she like? We want to know more about her.”
Neera glanced at Aunt Adriana with anticipation, eager to hear more about her mother.
Sensing their eagerness, Adriana responded with a soft smile, “Of course, let me tell you…
She paused, collecting her thoughts, and then began.

“Her name was Stacy Park. She was born into a scholarly family in Atheburn. known for her intellect, beauty, and knack for business. She was near perfection.”
Back in the day, the two of them were college friends. With common interests and similar temperaments, they became very close.
During one of Stacy’s visits to her home, she happened to meet Alfonso. From their first meeting, Alfonso was completely smitten with her and pursued her fervently.
Though Stacy was hesitant at first, Alfonso’s unwavering dedication eventually won her heart.
However, when the Park family learned about this relationship, they strongly disapproved of it. The Garcias, being of modest means, were nothing compared to the affluent Parks.
Following heated disagreements with her family, Stacy decided to elope with Alfonso.
Infuriated, the Parks cut off all ties with Stacy.
“After they tied the knot, your mother, alongside Alfonso and myself, founded the Garcia Group. Your mother was the most business-savvy among us. The company’s rise and prosperity can be largely attributed to her.
“Many in the business circles believed that Alfonso was undeserving of her, yet she would merely smile in response to such remarks. She remained loyal to Alfonso and never held anything against him. But…”
At this point, Adriana clenched her teeth and displayed mockery on her face.
“But…my brother is despicable! He took all the comments to heart and began to resent your mother. He cold- shouldered her. He had affairs when she was pregnant. He met Susan at the time.”
Neera could now fill in the blanks for the rest of the story.
He turned his back on Mom and started neglecting her. In such trying times, the unborn child might have been
her sole comfort.
“Shortly after you came into this world, you disappeared. Your mother was devastated and couldn’t concentrate on anything other than finding you. Amid this turmoil, Susan emerged, presenting a child of her own. Your mother suffered immense emotional trauma and eventually couldn’t recover from the pain.”
Tears rolled down Adriana’s cheeks as she recounted the past.