Long ago, Haley's taste buds got used to a particular food with a similar aroma. She would run to the college's cafeteria every day just to have a taste of it.The savory aroma stuck to her senses. To this day, she'd think about it sometimes. She had inquired about the chef, and the staff at the cafeteria told her he only visited once in a while and never appreciated company.The chef was a recluse whom Haley never got to meet.“Uhm, Young Miss, why're you spacing out?” The maid came out. Instead of the previous gloom on her face, she looked delighted, her eyes twinkling. “Come- come, the food is ready.” The maid appeared more eager than Haley in fact. Hadn't she been arguing with Daryl before? Weird!At the dining table, they met Daryl serving food.“You're in for a big treat.”Haley knew.The moment her eyes fell on the food, her mouth watered up.Blinking might make the food disappear, so she didn't.Apart from giving off the same aroma, the food looked the same as the one s
Grandma passed out?Ha! “Nice try!” Haley gave him a pointed look.If Grandma was in that kind of condition, Daryl wouldn't be here. Haley would have also gotten a phone call the moment Grandma fell ill.Which meant, Daryl was just bluffing. However, the guy stared at her in all seriousness, unblinking. His voice extremely low, gloom washed over his face. “I’m not pulling your legs. Grandma passed out. They revived her, and she refused to let anyone touch her.”That was strange.Grandma Lily rarely got angry. Whenever the old woman was on the edge, Mary would give Haley a phone call too.Why didn't she?“Grandma even chased the Stewardess out of her sight. Imagine sending me away too, her favorite boy,” Daryl lamented. “Something’s up with the old lady.”Haley dropped the spoon, losing her appetite. Whenever Grandma Lily threw her tantrums, she never stopped anyone from seeing her. She'd specifically ask for Haley to come, in fact. Why was she in such a bad mood?“We can't jus
Haley's heart skipped a beat, instinctively, she exchanged glances with Liam.The shock in his eyes reflected hers. Was she hallucinating?Did Grandma Lily just ask them to get a divorce? Liam's demeanor shifted, his expression switching from shock to uncertainty. “Why, Grandma?”Yes. Why would Grandma ask them to get a divorce?Hadn't Grandma always rooted for their marriage? Grandma Lily's gaze strayed to Haley, a glint of displeasure flashing in her ears. “I don't want to say it in her presence.”“No worries, Grandma.” Haley shook her head.What exactly happened?Why this sudden decision from Grandma?Haley was supposed to be happy, yet, she couldn't find even a flicker of happiness in her heart. Every emotion was a mix of confusion and disbelief.“Well, you're a barren woman.” Grandma Lily's eyes dimmed. “For many years, I've been asking for great-grandchildren, but you can't give me at least one.”Haley stilled, the shock numbing her. Hearing those words coming from Grandma
Gotten what she wanted?More like what he wanted. Haley clenched her trembling fists, fighting down the rage surging through her veins. Accompanying the slight fever was a sudden headache. In just a few minutes, she'd been drained out mentally. Didn't Grandma Lily only collapse because of the phone call?It seems there was news Haley didn't know of.Did Liam just say she published the news? Bantering with the man was pointless, but Haley wouldn't let him point baseless accusations at her. She opened her mouth to retort,But the elevator doors behind her opened and sounds of someone sobbing echoed through the hallway.“Will, oh, Will… how's Grandma?” Leah ran into the man's arms, weeping loudly. “Please tell me Grandma Lily's out of the emergency room. Tell me she's alright.”However, Leah's questions fell on deaf ears as Liam still pinned Haley with a deadly glare, his unwavering gaze not leaving her face.Leah frowned, staring at him. Her eyes followed his gaze, and on noticing
…Back Inside The Hospital.Liam entered the ward with Leah, who clung to his arm… like glue.He didn't know why she was crying so much because of a single slap.Haley was crazy, and she deserved to be punished. If only he had seen her action coming. Yet, it turned out Leah's cries weren't only because Haley slapped her.“I was afraid we'd lose Grandma.” Leah lamented. “Imagine my anxiety, Will.”“I won't leave so soon until I see my great-grandchildren.” Grandma Lily's hoarse voice came from the bed. “So stop worrying.”Liam thought she was asleep,But it seemed the old woman was fully awake.Hearing Grandma Lily's words, Leah's head whipped to Liam, her eyes full of shock. She wasn't expecting this sudden act of kindness. Liam wasn't, either. “Don’t be shy.” Grandma Lily smiled. “I know everything.”This was unlike his grandmother.Liam didn't know what to feel or how to react. Should he consult the doctors to see if there was any problem with Grandma Lily's brain?After all,
Pulling himself together, Liam pressed the answer button. He shouldn't be surprised about what the lawyer would say,Yet, he found it hard to believe.After exchanging pleasantries, the lawyer went to the point. “Your Grandmother just called. She ordered me to help you process the divorce. Mr. Nash, I've got the papers ready, will you be at home tomorrow?”“I'm busy.” Liam blurted out. Grandma was fast!Was she serious?“I know…” the lawyer laughed, as if not believing him. “It’s normal to be nervous. I've got your back, Mr. Nash. Tomorrow, I will come.”Somehow, Liam wished tomorrow never came. The Next Day,He sat inside the study room, staring into nothingness. With so many thoughts bugging his mind, he couldn't get any work done. Since yesterday, the uncertainties only increased. “Here’s your coffee, Mr. Nash.” Lana dropped the coffee on his desk. She peered at him cautiously. “Mr. Nash-”“What is it?”“It's your phone. It has been ringing for a while now.”Liam glanced at
…At DG Villa Estates.Haley sat at the dining table, picking at her food, and trying to detect the source of her gloom.What was wrong with her?“Are you sure William Nash is proposing the divorce himself?” Her brother's voice jolted her. “Why not?” Haley murmured. “His Grandma's orders.”Liam listened to his grandmother more than anyone else. He respected Grandma Lily even more than his parents.So Haley had no doubt… Liam would process the divorce very soon. “Damnit!” Andrew cursed under his breath. “Is the whole of the Nash Family rotten? That old woman treated you like that.”Haley shrugged. She seriously wasn't in the mood to discuss Liam or the Nash Family. Besides, she was over the shock already, despite the lingering heartbreak of Grandma Lily turning her back to her. So, she asked, “How's Mum and Dad?”Her brother wanted to reply when the sound of her phone's ringtone halted him. About time!Seeing the strange number flashing on the screen,It could be a call from the
[Just to put a smile on your face.]That was the single message written on the note, accompanied by a wink emoji. Haley shook her head, smiling. Wasn't Daryl aware that Grandma Lily had asked Liam and her to separate?Would Grandma Lily be pleased to know Daryl was keeping in touch with her? Wouldn't he be labeled as a traitor in his own family?“Haley Woods, what's so funny!?” Her brother's stern voice jolted her. Haley groaned. “Do you wanna give me a heart attack?”“They're just simple flowers. Why are you smiling?” Andrew gave her a scrutinizing look. Then he snatched the note. Reading it, his frown deepened, and he shredded the note. “Are you in love, Haley?”“Hell no!” Haley exclaimed. “Daryl's like my brother-in-law.”“Ex-brother-in-law, you mean?” Andrew raised a brow. Haley rubbed her temples, exasperated. “Don’t be paranoid. Daryl's a member of the Nash Family which places him on my blacklist.”But Haley wasn't heartless to push Daryl away, Not when he'd been nothin