Chapter 1572

Aurum knew that. He would never be better than Shawn. However, he was the one who first proposed to Gale, even before Sam.

Gale saw him and greeted, "Aurum, what a coincidence."

"I was waiting for you," Aurum replied.

"Waiting for me?"

"The path to her grave is a little far. I was worried you and Mr. Wood might get lost, so I came to lead the way."

The graveyard was large, and it was indeed easy to get lost. However, with Shawn around, Gale felt no fear whatsoever. She felt extremely secure with him there, no matter how dangerous it might be.

Aurum turned around and started walking.

"The burial spot was bought at the very last minute, and no good lots were left. Sorry to trouble Mr. Wood and Mrs. Wood."

Gale glanced sideways at Shawn.

Aurum seemed off. He was polite, distant, and calm.

Shawn remained silent, squeezing Gale's hand tightly and leading her up the hill.

Natalie's funeral was extremely simple. Only her parents and Aurum came to send her off on this final journey