The Returning Ex

Sophia nodded. “They passed away in an accident.”

Her answer elicited a stare from Old Mrs. Constance, for her husband told her before that Sophia’s parents dumped her. However, she wasn’t certain why Sophia’s parents did such a thing.

Sophia smiled. “I’m fine. It’s good to be alone as I don’t have to provide for my family. It’s easier this way.”

Feeling sorry for her, Old Mrs. Blackwell tightened her grip on Sophia’s hands. Since it was an unhappy topic, Old Mrs. Constance hurriedly talked about something else. As they chatted and laughed, the atmosphere slowly became eased.

When lunch was ready, Old Mrs. Constance, who was supported by a servant, said, “Let’s continue our chat over the meal.”

Sophia helped Old Mrs. Blackwell up. Before they could even take a step forward, John returned as he walked over and said, “Grandma, I left a document last night at—”

Then, he froze on the spot when he saw Sophia, his expression turning from serious to cold.

Sophia looked away. What the heck? Why do I always bump into him when I don’t want to see him?

“Oh,

Old Mrs. Constance explained, “Madam Blackwell is here to

at home last night. Have

Old Mrs. Constance replied, “Oh, I saw it and

while later,

Mrs. Constance suggested, “Lunch is ready. Why don’t you have

I’m busy

the first glance when he came across

relaxed and heaved a sigh of relief. Perhaps it’s better this way,

Mrs. Constance seemed to be disappointed as she told Sophia and Old Mrs. Blackwell to enter the

face to face with him. Fortunately, it was only a brief encounter, and they

to have been affected as her mind was wandering somewhere else when Old Mrs. Blackwell asked her inquisitive questions. The meal was somewhat upsetting for Sophia. Although she had