Chapter 17

Sarah’s P.O.V

Today was an exhausting day. After inspecting a project out of town, I returned to my apartment, and it was already late when I finally arrived.

I was surprised to see Sofia and Gillian still up.

"Gillian, why aren't you asleep yet, honey?" I asked as I walked into her room.

"I was waiting for you, Mommy."

"Why? Didn't I tell you not to wait up?"

I stroked my daughter's hair lovingly.

"Mommy, I want to see Grandma. Daddy said she's sick." I was startled by what she had said.

"When did you talk to Daddy?"

"I didn't see him, Mommy. He called earlier."

I felt a bit relieved. It was just a call from Derrick. But was it true that Ruth was sick? I couldn't bear to deny Gillian's request to see her dad and grandma.

"Alright. Since tomorrow is a holiday, we'll go to Grandma's house then." Gillian beamed with happiness.

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This morning, I promised Gillian we'd visit Ruth. Considering it was a holiday, those two rotten people might be at the house as well.

Whatever. I