Chapter 835: Leaving the children
"Don’t worry. You don’t have to come here, though I’m concerned about something. Ivy is with Dane. I’ll fill you in on the details later."
"Is that so?" Heaven bit her bottom lip as she lowered her head. "Alright. If you say you’re okay, I trust you. I’d like to hear more details in person later."
She emphasized the last part, earning a hum from Dominic before ending the call. Knowing her husband had other matters to attend to, Heaven lingered briefly before forcing a smile and heading back to the garden table.
"Was that Dom?" Ria, seated nearby, asked.
"Yes," Heaven replied, taking her place at the table with her in-laws.
"Is he alright?" Lionel inquired curiously.
"He’s fine." Heaven turned to her father-in-law. "He was on his last campaign on the border of Cake County. He mentioned everything went smoothly."
"That’s a relief." Lionel smiled, relieved, while Ria held his hand. "It’s been a while since I last saw him. Dominic and Axel. Even when their grandma wasn’t well, they wouldn’t come. I understand, but it’s difficult."
Bitterness flashed in Lionel’s eyes, thinking of how distant his sons had been since the anniversary night. Though he understood, he couldn’t help longing for them.
"Time will heal our hearts," Ria said, nodding at her husband. "Let’s give them some space."
"I don’t think Mom has much time, darling."