Chapter 53 SAY GOODBYE

“But you must go.” I reminded her. “Your grandmother needed you, Celine. She’s old and alone in her mansion. Maybe it’s about time you finally focused on her. You’ve done your duties with Mom, and I will forever be grateful to you for that. But now that Mom’s gone, you can now move forward to a life of your own. Return home and make your grandmother happy. It’s the only way you could pay her back for raising you on her own.” I wiped the stray tear from the corner of her eyes and did my best not to burst into tears in front of her.

“I’m leaving the country tomorrow, Lily.”

‘So soon?’ I restrained my tongue before I could say the words. Celine might change her mind if I express my surprise. She might even postpone her departure for me. I don’t want that to happen. “That’s great!” I said instead, after swallowing the lump in my throat. I could visit you abroad during my vacation leave. You can visit me too during the holidays.”