NovelEnglishChapter 277 3 +13 In the end, it was Diana who couldn't stand the sight any longer and took Alex down with one strong hit, making him let go. After they all returned to the Thompson residence, Nancy and Todd told Joanna that Ellie had saved Alex.
When Joanna heard this, she decided not to get into any arguments. Nobody could have predicted that the day Ellie saved Alex, the Thompson family would end up in an unfixable situation.
Nor could anyone has imagined that fate would bring Ellie and Alex together again, leading them to this terrible moment. Arguments about who was right or wrong didn't matter anymore Joanna simply told the others that after Alex left, Haley had cby and said many hurtful things that upset Harold. While Joanna was asleep, Harold went to town to look for a ride to bring Ellie hbut ended up in a tragic accident.
Since she couldn't read the messages on her phone, Harold had sent the message to the neighbor before he left. He asked the neighbor to explain to Joanna in the morning why he had gone out late at night.
Hours later, Todd and Nancy took Alex away from the Thompson residence.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Drive safely, and please say hi to your mom for me," Aaron said while standing by Diana's car.
"It's been a tiring few days, so make sure to rest well when you get back,” he added, clearly worried.
"Quit nagging," Diana replied, leaning against the car window and looking at Aaron. "When Ellie wakes up, tell her to rest more." As Diana's car drove away, Aaron turned to Layton and Lacey. "I really appreciate your help." "Aaron, I left sfood for Ellie by her bedside; please make sure she eats something," Lacey reminded him as she left, ensuring Ellie wouldn't go hungry.
Aaron nodded gratefully. "Thank you." Layton wanted to say something, but ended up saying nothing. After everyone left, Aaron stood alone at the door, looking at the pigpen and chicken coop, where he could still feel Harold's presence in every corner, making his eyes blur with tears.
He looked around the yard, which was empty except for a lone apple tree. For many years, Harold had worked by that tree for hours, and then Joanna would sell the apples at the market to buy treats for kids.
Throughout his life, Aaron often heard his dad's tired sighs and saw quick flashes of guilt in his dad's eyes. Aaron had told Harold, "Dad, I can support both of you. When things get better, I'll take you both to the city." But he had ignored how tkept moving forward. Among many regrets in this life, perhaps nothing is heavier than the sorrow of wanting to care for parents just when they need it most, only to be too late.
Aaron was always busy with his studies, work, and social life, but he neglected to give his parents the company they truly needed. No matter how much he regretted it now and how sad he felt, he could never again feel his dad's warmth.
For a long tto come, both he and Ellie would silently endure this pain and sadness. Gathering himself, Aaron went inside. Ellie was still asleep, while Joanna faithfully watched over her bed, her eyes filled with deep sorrow.
Sitting beside the bed, Aaron looked at Joanna with a heavy heart "Mom, I'm so sorry; I should have brought you both to the city a long tago." 07:21 Wed, Feb 12 a Chapter 277 3 Joanna showed a strength that surprised everyone; she calmly replied, "It's better that he is gone; it spares him from suffering." 85%1 +13) Aaron could feel how much pain Joanna was in. After more than thirty years together, Harold had never mocked her for being illiterate, and she had never criticized him for his disability They had relied on each other and lived life together for over thirty years; it must be hurt.
Over ten days later, Ellie stood at the entrance of the SSA, her eyes full of tears as her brother walked out.
NO Once, it was Harold who registered their births. Now, they were there to register their dad's death.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmEllie found herself at a loss for words.
Her heart ached with sadness and the overwhelming need to cry, but she realized she didn't have the strength left to weep. Aaron and Ellie returned hto find Joanna waiting for them in the yard. Her lonely, frail figure and the emptiness in her gaze tugged at Ellie's heart. "Mom." Ellie approached softly.
"We received your dad's death benefit and used part of it to cover the funeral expenses. Tomorrow, will you taketo the Warren family?" Joanna asked.
Ellie glanced at Aaron. "Sure," Aaron said.
"Mom, I'll go along with what you and Aaron decide," Ellie added Many things needed to be sorted out.
The next day, as dusk approached, Carlos sat in the chair, with Todd and Nancy by his side. Alex looking Very sad, sat across from his parents, completely lost in his thoughts. The atmosphere in the spacious living room was thick with tension. Just then, Evan announced, "Carlos, Ms. Thompson has returned Instinctively, Alex got to his feet. Before he could say anything, Joanna entered the living room with Ellie and Aaron beside her.
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