Chapter 22 A Dire End With No Descendants Chapter 22 A Dire End With No Descendants +5 Free Coins While everyone was caught up in the issue of me not returning to the family, Anna , who had been quietly standing by , suddenly broke down in tears . Grandma , ever since I returned , youve treated me coldly , thinking Im overshadowing my sister . You view everything I do as manipulative . Ive wronged my sister and the family . I should never have come back . Im not a good granddaughter … With that , she suddenly darted towards the wall .. Anna ! Ethan , who had just walked in , quickly intercepted her , and Anna collided with his stomach . The family immediately circled around her , expressions filled with concern . Anna , are you alright ? Why would you attempt such a reckless thing ? Dad , I never wanted to upset Grandma or cause discord between Chloe and Ethan upon her return . If I had known my return would disrupt the family like this , I would have preferred to never come back . Annas inherently gentle demeanor made her tears seem even more pitiful , drawing sympathy from everyone . Those initially upset about my absence swiftly directed their frustration at Grandma , with even my typically quiet father speaking out . Mom , Anna and Chloe are both your granddaughters . How can you show such favoritism ? Chloes actions are the real cause of worry in the family . You overlook Chloes faults yet you scold us . Thats too much ! Grandma , already upset , grew angrier at being rebuked by her son at her age . She pointed a trembling finger at my father , Are you blind ? She … Anna interjected , pulling my father back , Dad , please dont argue with Grandma over me . If it causes more discord , Id be truly ingrateful . Grandma , if you need to blame someone , blame me , not Dad . Grandma was so irate that she was at a loss for words , but she finally saw my perspective . Anna had done nothing overt , yet her few words had deftly shifted the familys resentment toward me . Her tactics were subtle yet deeply effective , wearing me down over the past few years . Enough ! Grandma , todays your birthday , dont let anger spoil it its not worth harming your health . Mom , why are you quarreling with a young girl at your age ? Mrs. Lambert , please make sure my mom is taken care of and bring her to the banquet later . A group of people left with Anna , leaving Grandma so angry that she was ready to pick up her cane and throw it at them , Get out , all of you get out ! Old Madam , dont get too emotional . Lambert , who had been with Grandma for decades , was very distressed . She helped her onto the bed and brought her a cup of tea to calm her down . I hesitated as I watched Grandma , her silver hair and deeply lined face softening into sadness as she clutched Mrs. Lamberts hand . Go see if Chloe has returned yet ? she asked with a tremor in her voice . Of course , Ill check right now . You should rest , Mrs. Lambert replied . Chloe would be devastated seeing you upset . Ill try to stay calm , Grandma assured her , dabbing at her eyes . Shes dealing with so much already ; I cant add to her burden . 1/3 Chapter 22 A Dire End With No Descendants +5 Free Coins Witnessing Grandma struggling to suppress her tears stirred a deep longing within me to comfort her , yet due to the restrictions of the beaded bracelet Luke wore , I found myself drifting further from the isolated figure on the bed , her sorrow palpable in the solitude . The disillusionment with my family and lover had led me to believe I was indifferent to all . Yet , in that moment , it was clear that Grandma remained the anchor I could not sever . Beside Luke , I whispered , laden with remorse , Grandma , Im sorry . Im so sorry . The thought of her grappling with the news of my demise was unbearable . Could she endure such a heartache ? The room soon cleared , leaving just Anna and Luke . Lukes attention was solely fixed on Anna , seeming to erase any memory of my presence . Anna , dont let Grandmas words bother you . Shes getting on in years . I understand , but since Grandma has such strong feelings against me , I doubt she would accept any gifts from me . She handed him the human skin Bible , Luke , could you give this to Grandma ? Shes devout and always reading the Bible . This Bible is blessed by a priest ; it should bring her peace and longevity . Youre really thoughtful , Anna . Grandma will see your true heart one day . Hand it over , Luke reassured her as he accepted the book . Luke accepted the book , feeling hesitant about its eerie nature . Yet , when he grasped it , his fingers inadvertently caressed the cover . The surface was unexpectedly smooth , resembling a womans skin , which left him oddly unsettled . Realizing his morbid thought , Luke quickly dismissed it as absurd . And remember , Luke , Grandma really doesnt like me . Please dont tell her I gave this or what its really made of . She might not take it well . I got it , Luke replied , patting her head soothingly . Dont worry about it anymore . You know we all care about you . Youre the best . The two flaunted their affection , making it uncomfortable to witness . After parting from Anna , Luke carried the book and his own gift to Grandmas room . She had just finished her tea and seemed more at ease . As he entered , she mistook the footsteps , hopeful , Is that you , Chloe ? Let me take a look at you … Her expression chilled immediately upon seeing Luke . What are you doing here again ? she demanded coldly . Luke understood Grandmas anger and adjusted his approach , sitting down on a stool next to her bed . Grandma , I made a mistake by running away from the wedding . Ive loved Chloe for years ; shes the only woman for me . Anna is just my sister . I promise you that Ill take good care of Chloe from now on and never hurt her again . Grandma narrowed her eyes , her expression stern , Remember , God is watching from above . If youre going to make promises , swear by Him . Betray Chloe , and youll be cursed with a miserable end and no descendants to mourn you ! Luke felt deflated . Though he intended to sever ties with Anna , their recent past lingered … What ? Cant swear ? Then stop trying to fool me with your lies ! Chapter 22 A Dire End With No Descendants Provoked by Grandmas challenge , Luke responded , I mean every word , Grandma . Im not afraid . +5 Free Coins With that , he moved towards the shrine . The room , dedicated to spiritual reverence , was filled with a soft sandalwood aroma . The statue of Jesus cast serene his gaze upon the world . Luke knelt on the cushion , his gaze lifted to the compassionate eyes of Jesus , his heart beating faster . Standing by with her cane , Grandma pressed , Well , go on . 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