Part 38

Nathan didn't comment at all. No nod, no shake of the head.

Dean's fingers tightened around Haisley's. She raised her face and smiled. Although the smile didn't reach her eyes, it was enough for Dean to know that the heart of the girl he loved was now hurting.

Gilbert, who had been silent all along, also reached out his hand. He placed his palm on the back of Haisley's hand, which was previously held by Loretta, and squeezed it gently. In his silence, he gave his support to Haisley.

If the three of them were together at that moment, Haisley might have cried from the pain. But she tried to hold back her tears. There would be a time when she was alone and could let out all the remaining tears she had been trying to hold back.

They had arrived at the Chinese restaurant Gilbert had mentioned. Haisley really wanted hotpot. Although Dean had initially forbidden her due to her unwell condition, he later allowed it. At least he hoped the food would cheer Haisley up.

Haisley smiled bright