Ex-husband’s Regret

"Now that I know he's injured, If I refused to come see him, it'll be no different than killing him..."

"You don't need to take it to heart. You've had no father-daughter bond in this lifetime. Even if you don't visit or take care of him, there's no fault in that."

"Between parents and children, it's always a case of reaping what you sow. It's unreasonable for him to have never fulfilled his duties as a father, and just because of the blood ties and genes you can't choose, you're expected to be understanding and filial." I indeed didn't have strong feelings for Ben, but I also couldn't stop Grandma from saving her biological

son.

The reason I refused to come and sign earlier was because I was afraid-it seemed like a trap set by Simone.

"I understand, Grandma. You don't need to explain to me. You just need to promise me that it's okay to be worried, but don't get anxious or upset. Your health is the most important." "Alright, I know."

Grandma patted my head, her eyes filled with tears, but her smile was kind and affectionate. "In times of great trouble, stay calm. The Shaw family will be in your hands in the future, and it will be better. I can be reassured by then. When I'm in the afterlife, I'll tell Grandpa that we have a wonderful granddaughter named Lily."

Hearing this made me uneasy, as if Grandma were making final arrangements.

I know that no one can live forever, and there will come a day of separation between life and death. But dying of old age without illness or disaster was different from leaving due to an accident or illness.

"I haven't grown up yet. I still need your support, Grandma. There are many things I've learned from you, and you must teach me more." I touched my belly. "Besides, your great-grandson is still so small. Are you really going to leave him?"

Grandma placed her hand over mine, as if taking in my words, and said softly, "My child, your great-grandma will wait for you."

The surgery for Ben went from dawn until dusk.

The hospital went from bustling with people to nearly empty and cold as night fell.

The bodyguard went to buy dinner, but Grandma could only eat a few bites before losing her appetite.

Seeing her discomfort, I didn't force her to eat and quietly ate myself, making sure the little one in my belly wasn't hungry.

Meanwhile, Frank still hadn't replied.

I had also called, but couldn't reach Alan either.

I couldn't leave, so I had to ask Jane to check on the Smith Group and SZ Technology,

"Charlotte." Jane arrived at the hospital. "Don't worry. He's at the Smith Group. The specific situation isn't

clear, but I heard that his father is causing trouble again."

"By the way, Zachary is here as well. He wanted me to tell you not to worry."

I nodded, feeling a bit of relief.

However, I couldn't fathom what Mr. Smith was up to.

He'd rather hand over the Smith Group to a scheming illegitimate child than trust Frank.

He seemed to want to force Frank to bend and obey him completely.

But Frank's nature wouldn't allow him to bow to anyone, and he couldn't ignore the Smith Group or sever ties with the Smith family entirely. Thinking of this, I felt some sympathy for the burden he carried.

Jane sat beside me. "I've informed Zachary about the situation here, and he said he'd let Frank know."

I nodded again. "Thank you for your help. After this, I'll treat you to a big meal, and we'll call Zachary as well."

Jane cocked her brows. "No one knows me better than Charlotte."

Just as she finished speaking, the door to the operating room suddenly opened.

A nurse came out and asked loudly, "Are Ben's relatives here?"

Grandma stepped forward. "Yes, we are. How is he?"

The nurse replied, "The surgery was very successful."

I breathed a sigh of relief, but before I could fully relax, Grandma's body suddenly swayed.

I was startled and rushed over, catching Grandma in my arms. Thankfully, Jane was quick to help me stabilize her.

Seeing this, the nurse immediately called for medical staff and took Grandma to another emergency room without waiting for us to speak.Belongs to (N)ôvel/Drama.Org.