She left the baguettes on the ground and stumbled away.
Mark stood up and watched her retreating figure.
At the same time, Rena walked over slowly.
She held Edwin’s hand. Edwin appeared composed, but his dark eyes were fixed on Mark.
It was as though Edwin feared that Mark might disappear again.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Uncle Mark!” Rena’s voice quivered slightly.
She looked up at Mark with admiration in her eyes. Her voice carried a hint of impending tears.
Over the past two years, she had visited Rouemn more than 20 times.
She had witnessed Mark’s most painful moments.
She knew how hard it had been for him to stand here today.
Thankfully, it was all over, and the future looked promising.
Mark gently patted Rena and bent down to look at Edwin. He asked gently, “Can you take me to see your sister?”
Edwin still maintained his stoic expression.
Mark felt a pang in his heart. He extended his hand to touch the little boy’s head, and said, “Silly boy.”
Edwin pursed his Lips.
He replied, “She is in mom’s room.”
Edwin led the way, moving briskly, his face displaying a touch of anger.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMark felt a bit despondent.
Rena said softly, “He’ll come around soon.”
Mark handed the baguettes to Rena and followed Edwin. Edwin was still upset. He led Mark to the second floor before rushing off to find Leonel.
Mark knocked on the door and entered.
He had been in this feminine bedroom countless times, but the presence of a little baby seemed to infuse it with an extra sweet scent that hung in the air.
Cecilia was standing on the terrace, her back turned to the Light, making it difficult for Mark to see her face clearly.
Mark quietly closed the bedroom door.