NovelEnglishChapter 586: They remained like that until Doris appeared. “Brian, Rachel, Grandma wants to see you." "All right," Brian whispered.
Hand in hand, they entered the room. Despite the sorrow around them, Carol's expression was warm and bright. She smiled as if untouched by the heaviness of her illness.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Brian, Rachel, csit with me," Carol said, patting the space beside her. "I have something important to tell you." As Brian and Rachel stepped closer, they held hands in silence. The sight of their entwined fingers brought a warm, satisfied smile to Carol's face.
"Watching the two of you like this fills my heart with joy. I've been fortunate to have a peaceful, loving family throughout my life. My children and grandchildren have always been respectful, and even though your mother can be quite strong-willed at times, she has always treatedwith kindness. I truly have nothing to regret. If I do have one lingering wish, though, it would be to witness your wedding with my own eyes." A soft glimmer of tears welled in Carol's eyes, but her smile remained bright and unwavering.
Brian gently placed Carol's hand atop his and Rachel's entwined fingers. “Grandma, you don't have to worry. I promise you'll witness our wedding." "Really?" Carol's face lit up with delight. She turned to Rachel, seeking her reassurance. "Rachel, dear, what do you say?" Explore fresh updates on gVlRachel offered a gentle nod and a soft smile. "Yes, I'd be happy to move up the wedding date." "That's wonderful news. I'm so happy I can witness it." Carol's eyes sparkled with pure joy, like a child waking on Christmas morning. Her radiant smile was contagious, making both Brian and Rachel smile in return.
"Hector, bring it here." "Of course." Moments later, Hector retrieved an elegantly crafted wooden box from the drawer. The box was modest in size, its intricate carvings still visible despite signs of age-two corners worn, the paint slightly chipped. Still, its beauty remained intact, exuding an air of timeless sophistication.
Carol carefully placed the box in Rachel's hands. "Go on, Rachel, open it and see for yourself." Rachel hesitated, her fingers lingering over the lid. “This..." Carol chuckled, nodding encouragingly. "Go on, open it." Rachel still looked taken aback and hesitated, uncertain how to respond.
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Brian's voice cut through the silence.
"If Grandma wants you to open it, e s you then do it.
At last, Rachel lifted the lid. Her breath caught as she discovered an exquisite collection of jewelry, each piece catching the light.
"If I'm not mistaken," she whispered, "these are your family heirlooms, passed down through generations, aren't they?" Carol smiled proudly. "That's right."
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