“I didn’t do it alone. Marco deserves some credit as well.”


    .


    Memorial Day


    Suddenly, a hushed silence swept through the room.


    A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y


    Rowan, who knew of Marco’s numerous acts of kindness to their family, hesitated and made no reply.


    Aldo’s features shifted subtly, but he remained silent as well.


    Wesley, however, didn’t possess such a level head. He promptly shot back, somewhat suspiciously,


    “Why is Marco doing this? He and Loraine are divorced, yet mow he’s disying increased concern for


    her!


    Lorrie, be cautious. Don’t let him deceive you with his honeyed words again!”


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    Rowan and Aldo also had a clear understanding of Marco’s motives.


    However, they refrained from calling him out, fearing that Loraine might once again ce faith in his


    words and reconcile with him.


    Loraine offered a slight nod. At that juncture, Aldo suggested, “We should be expressing our gratitude


    to the Bryant family.”


    Rowan’s and Wesley’s expressions shifted slightly. Loraine was also surprised. Then Aldo continued,


    “We should prepare all the requisite tokens of gratitude, lest the Bryants feel weck appreciation.”


    It was evident Aldo was still maintaining some distance from the Bryant family. An inexplicable gloom


    shaded Loraine’s face. Noticing her subtle reaction, Aldo adopted a serious tone, stating firmly, “Lorrie,


    the fact that Marco assisted us is undeniable. I will always remember his generosity. However, I will


    also never forget the pain he inflicted on you in the past!”


    “In the younger generation, an exceptional young man Like Marco indeed stands out. The coboration


    between Universe Group and Bryant Group is beneficial, but how can you be certain that his charm


    and closeness aren’t driven by his self-interest? He’s kind to you now, but what about the actions he


    took when you were married?”


    Aldo would never erase the memory of Loraine’s returning from the


    Bryant family in tears. Regardless of Marco’s merits, Aldo wouldn’t risk trusting him again.


    Loraine appeared taken aback and instinctively defended Marco,


    “Grandpa, he’s changed now. I believe he isn’t acting out of self-interest. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have


    compromised his gains in the partnership. He vowed never to deceive me again and even severed ties


    with Keely…”


    With a keen gaze on her, Aldo questioned in a hushed tone, “Are you certain?”


    Caught off guard, Loraine was momentarily speechless, biting her lip in silence.


    Shaking his head, Aldo refrained from further discussion about Marco.


    Turning to Loraine, he said, “Lorrie, I won’t harp on this any longer.


    Reflect on it. Your parents’ memorial day is in two days. The doctor mentioned that I’m fit to leave the


    hospital now. You can return home and start making preparations. We’ll attend the memorial together.”


    Upon hearing this, they decided not to disturb Aldo’s rest any further and silently filed out of the room.