RedNovelChapter 530: "Sweetheart, there's no need to sit with us. Go keep Brian company instead." Rachel smiled softly. "Alright." The atmosphere in the car was warm and peaceful. The deep affection between Hector and Carol was evident, and after a while, Hector spoke up, his tone light yet firm. He had made a decision — he would retire and step away from all work responsibilities. In reality, the family business had long been under Brian's management. However, given the massive scope of their business empire, Hector and Aron still remained involved in certain areas they were passionate about.
Their work ethic over the years had set an exceptional example, one that each generation of the White family continued to uphold.
Carol turned to him, her voice gentle. "But didn't you always say you wanted to work until your last breath? That as long as you lived, you could never let yourself be idle?" Hector met her gaze with a soft, loving smile. "I did. But I spent so many years buried in work that I neglected you. It wasn't until your illness that I finally realized - I've been chasing the wrong things. I'm not getting any younger, Carol. From now on, all I want is to stay by your side and make sure we have no regrets left." Carol asked again, her voice soft with concern, "Are you really certain about this?" Hector smiled warmly. "Nothing matters more than you." As a gentle classical tune played in the background, the elderly couple exchanged a tender look, their affection palpable.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtRachel, touched by the moment, couldn't help but tease, "You two really are couple goals." Just as the words left her mouth, Brian reached over and took her hand. Caught off guard, she instinctively turned her head, but he kept his gaze fixed on the road, his grip steady and unbothered.
Bathed in the soft morning sunlight, his profile looked impossibly handsome-strong jawline, sculpted features, and an air of effortless confidence.
Stories live now on galno☐☐☐☐☐ Rachel hesitantly tried to pull her hand back, murmuring, "Brian-" Without looking away from the road, he calmly said, "Red light up ahead." Worried she might distract him, Rachel stopped struggling and let him hold her hand.
Their fingers remained intertwined until they reached their destination. After settling Carol in, they all gathered for lunch.
Surprisingly, Debby refrained from making any snide remarks toward Rachel.
Hector and Carol were especially warm and considerate, making sure Rachel felt comfortable.
However, one person remained a looming threat-Doris.
Halfway through the meal, Doris took a slow sip of her soup, then casually glanced at Rachel.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Rachel, it's only been a few days, but you look so much paler... and thinner too."
Feigning concern, she smirked and added, "Could it be because of Brian el and Tracy? Her words dripped with malice, deliberately designed to humiliate Rachel.
Carol, however, wasn't easily fooled. She narrowed her eyes. "What m happened between Brian and Tracy? Doris, clarify what you mean."
Doris instantly clasped her hand over her mouth, feigning regret. "A didn't mean anything by it! Really!" Out of nowhere, a deep, commanding voice cut through the tension. "Speak.”
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