“Madam, nobody can know what happened between those of the last generation, and none of us can change what has happened. I know this whole thing has been very unfair to you and Mr. Burt, but you have to face the truth. There is simply no other way around it. Danielle put her hands over her face. “I
“No,” Karl rejected her wish without even considering it. “Is this the answer you have for me after you calmed down and thought about it for the entire day?” He continued gravely, “If I had known that you were going to make such an irrational decision, I wouldn't have told you about this in the fir
Karl held her in his arms and shook his head firmly. “I can't, Dan. I can’t do this, I truly cannot.” Why would Danielle want to leave? She reached forward and wrapped her arms around his waist. She had to leave. If she stayed, she would ruin Karl’s life. She sobbed as she spoke, “The baby… I wil
Timothy was still wearing a jersey when he got home. He was just playing basketball with some of his friends at the college. The moment he saw the dark expression Karl wore, he wisely sat down. “Karl, you wanted to see me?” Karl eyed him up and down. A shifty look appeared in Timothy’s eyes. “Di
“It's impossible! Uncle Dylan isn't even married. How could he have a daughter?” “His rumored lover turned out to be Danielle's mother. Do you remember the safe you brought to me the other day? There was a paternity test inside that proved that Uncle Dylan and Danielle are related. Do you believe m
“Sis, you’re putting me in a tough position. I’m here every day. How am I supposed to know what happened to my brother?” Timothy said while putting away the utensils. “I’m done eating. I need to get to class.” “Stop.” Danielle stopped him. “When did you become so enthusiastic about studying anyway?
What was he supposed to do? Go inside and tell her to stop crying for Karl? He could not believe how the romance between Karl and Danielle had somehow gotten to this point. Love was truly a terrifying thing. He told himself to stay away from it altogether for the rest of his life. He went downsta
Danielle hesitated for a moment before sending another voice message. “I miss you too, and I’m very worried about you.” Karl replied very quickly, “There’s nothing to worry about. Just take good care of yourself and Burtie, okay?” “Okay. I’m planning to send Dave back home to take care of you.” “