The Returning Ex

After staring at Matilda for a moment, John nodded. “Sure. I can tell that you’re not in good shape. Go out for a walk then.”

In her casual clothes, Matilda gave her hair a quick fix and headed out.

Heading to the dining hall, John took the seat opposite of Sophia. “What’s the matter? Are you feeling blue?”

“Indeed. I just don’t get what your dad is thinking. He came over two days ago, and it seemed like his attitude was genuine, but today, he is nowhere to be seen. Did you see the look on your mom’s face just now? She hasn’t been herself these two days, and he is to be blamed,” Sophia complained.

Picking up the utensils, John said, “Well, it’s really up to them, and I don’t think we should intervene. Besides, they are grownups. They know very well how to handle this on their own, so don’t let it get you down.”

Remaining silent, Sophia was still not pleased.

“Do you keep in contact with Dylan?” asked John abruptly.

Surprised, Sophia asked, “Dylan? Isn’t he your brother? Why will I contact him?”

Lowering his gaze, John said, “I see.”

this time?” Sophia questioned as she rolled her eyes at

“Nothing much. I met him today. He seems to have quite a high opinion

Sophia sneered. “Well, he’s not blind. Anyone with brains will

John knew she was firing

of them didn’t continue with the topic. After eating too many snacks, Sophia didn’t have a good appetite, so she just took a few mouthfuls. Even so, she still sat around and accompanied

saying much, they cleaned up the dishes together and went out for

Suddenly, he said, “Do you know? Initially, Grandpa didn’t plan for us to get

wasn’t surprised at all and just had a smile on her

at Sophia.

breath, Sophia gazed at the road before her. “I knew

once when she sat in the garden, and she overheard the

they didn’t notice her at all. As

quite shocked to know that the initial plan was for her to

interested, she was asked to