Old Mr. Blackwood was truly ill.
“Ethan, I need to speak with Grandpa alone. Please step outside.”
Naomi’s tone left no room for argument.
Ethan opened his mouth, then closed it again. He had finally managed to keep her at the Blackwood residence a little longer. The last thing he wanted was to push her away now.
He gave a short nod and left the room.
The moment the door shut, the air grew heavy.
“Naomi… thank you for coming to see me.”
The words came out too forcefully. Old Mr. Blackwood broke into a harsh coughing fit.
Naomi gently patted the back of his hand. “Grandpa, I already told you. No matter what happens between Ethan and me, you will always be my family.”
“Good child.”
His eyes turned red.
Naomi reached into her bag and took out a slim needle case. Her expression turn
