Chapter 23 The cold, lifeless photograph could not answer him. So Duncan took it upon himself to respond for Rosalie. As usual, he went to the Taylor's residence to look after Conrad and Paige. It had only been a few months, but Conrad and Paige had aged considerably. Their eyes were clouded, filled with exhaustion. When they saw Duncan arrive, they didn't have the energy to greet him. They simply nodded and continued to wipe the photo frames of Angela and Rosalie. "Conrad, Paige, I brought Rosalie to keep you company. You probably haven't eaten yet, so I'll go make something." Duncan's expression was calm and indifferent, as if he were a robot, methodically showing concern for Conrad and Paige. Conrad and Paige suddenly coughed several times, spitting out blood, and quickly waved their hands. "No need to trouble yourself, the servants are already preparing the meal." "If you think about it, the two of us old folks probably don't have much time left. To think Rosalie suffered so much when she was ill-how did she manage to endure it? She always pretended like nothing was wrong. So foolish!" At the mention of Rosalie, they couldn't help but choke growing moist. up, their eyes Chapter 23 Duncan lowered his gaze, recalling how Rosalie used to act stubborn and say one thing while meaning another in front of him. A dense, aching pain welled up deep in his heart. "Yes, she was a fool." He gave a bitter smile, forcing his lips into a difficult curve. After a long silence, he spoke again: "Conrad, Paige, I'll see you off on your final journey and take care of your affairs. Once you're gone, I'll be able to leave soon as well." "You've really worked hard." Conrad and Paige weren't angry; instead, they managed a rare, contented smile. It was as if death was something to be happy about for them. And indeed, that was the truth. Ever since Rosalie's passing, they had been waiting for death to come, every moment of every day. But they knew Rosalie wanted them to live. They had tried their best, but it was no use. Now that they had the same stomach cancer as she did, perhaps it was for the best-they could experience her pain before they died. Only after hearing his promise did they finally relax and slowly close their eyes. Their breathing grew weaker and weaker, until it finally ceased altogether. Duncan did not move. He stayed with them for two more days, until it was certain they would never wake again and the doctor pronounced them dead. Only then did he methodically fulfill their last wishes. He organized all the assets of the Taylor family and the Hernandez family, dismissed all the servants, and held the final funeral. He did it not only for Conrad and Paige, but also for himself. Most of those who came to the funeral were close friends and old family acquaintances. Unlike the playful atmosphere at Rosalie's birthday party, this time everyone who attended was genuinely sorrowful. Several of Duncan's close friends felt sad and reluctant, and they all asked: "Duncan, have you really decided to end your life as well?" "Why put yourself through this? After everything that's happened to both families, if you leave this world too, then the Hernandez family and the Taylor family will truly disappear forever. Title: CEO, Your Wife Is Gone Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, CEO, Sweet Romance, Modern, Romantic Status: ongoing In "CEO, Your Wife Is Gone," Elise battles cancer while striving to fulfill her role as the perfect wife to George. Trinity, Elise's sister, orchestrates a deceitful scheme against her... Embark on a heartfelt journey in this modern romance novel that explores themes of love and betrayal amidst the challenges of illness. Follow Elise as she navigates the complexities of her relationships and confronts unexpected twists orchestrated by those closest to her. What sets "CEO, Your Wife Is Gone" apart is its poignant portrayal of love tested by adversity and the resilience of the human spirit. Dive into this captivating narrative filled with emotional depth and intricate character dynamics. Discover the unique blend of romance and suspense that defines this captivating story available to read at CrushReel. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of Elise's journey online at CrushReel today.