Chapter 53

"Riiiiiing!!!! Riiiiiiiing!!!!"

"Hello?" he answered, trying to sound casual.

"Monte, grandson, are you done sulking? It seems like you've forgotten about me!" his grandfather's voice carried a hint of teasing.

"I've been busy, grandpa," he replied.

"Even your child, you seem to have forgotten!" his grandfather's tone became a bit more serious.

"They are with you, grandpa, and I know you won't neglect them."

"That's right. I brought them here to the house."

"What?"

"Your child and Almira have been with me for a month now."

"Grandpa, they're not my child and Almira is not my wife."

"But maybe it's time to build your own family?"

"Grandpa, it's only been six months since my wife passed away. You didn't even respect her memory."

"Grandson, I loved Ericka. That's why I let you decide what to do in your situation. But she's gone now, and she won't be coming back. Almira and Miguel are here, alive. Waiting for your care. Don't imprison yourself. You need to open your heart."

"Grandpa, I don