Chapter 1126: Chapter 1126

Chapter 1126:

Leyla and Ruth sat side by side on the sofa, exchanging awkward smiles that lingered for an uncomfortable stretch of time. The silence between them was palpable as they avoided eye contact and conversation.

Bailee and Huey clung to Gabriela, yet Gabriela felt they were a bit unfamiliar, having not seen them for some time. She slipped and hurried around the room to avoid them. Upstairs, Eileen and Bryan were packing their luggage. After coming back down, they both felt resigned by the awkward atmosphere in the room.

“Grandma, Mom, didn’t you two chat well on the phone? Why do you seem like strangers now?” Eileen said, seated between Leyla and Ruby. She put their hands together. “Let’s talk, or it’ll just be more awkward.”

Ruby, typically shy, had only managed a polite greeting to Leyla earlier. Urged by Eileen, she felt compelled to initiate further conversation. “You know I’ve been before?” she asked Leyla.

Leyla responded promptly, “Yes, I am aware. I’m currently dealing with a heart condition myself.”

“Oh, I also struggle with heart issues,” Ruby confessed, placing a hand over her chest. “Last check-up, my doctor was concerned about my slow heart rate.”

“Slow heart rate can be serious,” Leyla cautioned. “My doctor in Alverton mentioned it.”

Caught between the discussion of ailments, Eileen didn’t know what to say. Why must they chat about such topics? She turned and looked desperately for support. Bailee returned a sympathetic glance but continued playing with Gabriela. In the dining room, Bryan chuckled at the scene while preparing a nutritious meal for Gabriela.

gⱯlnσν𝒆𝓁s․com is where dreams unfold He picked up a carrot and posed a question to Ruby and Leyla. “The doctor recommended more carrots for kids. What should we make with them?”

“Let’s make soup,” Ruby suggested without hesitation. Leyla nodded and said, “Making soup would soften the carrots, making it easier for Gabriela to digest.”

Ruby stood up decisively, “I’ll handle dinner tonight. You’ve been working nonstop, Bryan.”

Leyla said, “Let me assist you.” She then followed Ruby to the kitchen. “It’s clear that Gabriela is a bright child. You’ve cared for her wonderfully.”

Leaning against the sofa, Bryan glanced at the relieved Eileen and said, “They need a lighter topic to discuss. It’s just going to get more awkward the more they talk.”

Previously, the conversation had steered towards illness, and the awkwardness would return once the topic was over. Yet, when the discussion shifted to Gabriela, the conversation flowed effortlessly.

Eileen, lifting her gaze to look at Bryan, asked, “How are you always so thoughtful?”

“People say partners complement each other, you know,” Bryan replied. He affectionately pinched Eileen’s cheek. “Let’s return to the Dawson Mansion tomorrow.”

Just after his return to Onaland, Stella had urgently called him, asking him to go back tonight. Engrossed in unpacking, he had missed Stella’s intention to let him go back alone. Stella hadn’t wanted him to visit her with Eileen.

“Why didn’t you mention it earlier? My grandmother has brought plenty of unique items, including a special one for your grandmother. Let’s head back early tomorrow,” Eileen said.

“Okay,” Bryan agreed. Just as he began to smile, he felt a small hand grip his thigh. Gabriela looked at him with wide eyes and puffed cheeks, crying out, “Dad, help! Aunt Bailee is crazy.”

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