Chapter 685 She Wants to See You
That didn’t really count as a fight, so it probably wouldn’t happen.
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As Dawn had predicted, that’s exactly how it went. They sat there, sipping tea in silence, each unsure how to start the conversation.
“You-”
“You-”
They spoke at the same time. Austin and Harry exchanged a look, then both dropped their eyes and smiled faintly. Austin said, “You go first.”
Harry also smiled. He took a sip of tea and let out a long sigh. “Feels like it’s been forever since west sat down like this.”
Their father passed away young, and Harry had to step in and run the family business early. As Austin got older, they slowly ran out of things to say to each other.
“Austin, I… I’m sorry.”
Harry clenched his teacup, his face twisted with pain.
He hadn’t wanted his younger brother to see him like that, but he couldn’t control his emotions. Once he spoke, he felt his heart ache<i>. </i>
‘They say the oldest brother is like a second father. I’m 10 years older than you. I should’ve protected you better.” His voice was ough, more like a confession than a talk. “But I didn’t do enough. I didn’t even realize you were sick until the very end.”
Austin wasn’t shocked.
He had guessed as much from Sandra and Harry’s reactions.
He tried to speak, but a sudden coughing fit hit him hard, leaving him gasping.
Dawn rushed over, patting his back and pulling out two tissues.
Austin took them and covered his mouth. Blood stained the tissue as he coughed.
Her heart dropped. She didn’t say a word and just pushed the trash can closer.
Austin smiled gently at her, then turned and called softly, “Harry.
‘You’ve done well. You held thepany together by yourself. You took care of me for Mom. Later, you and Sandra looked after Dawn… I remember everything. I’m just bad at saying it. If anyone should apologize, it’s me.
“As for being sick…”
His voice stayed calm as if he’d already epted everything.
“That’s <i>not </i>your fault. If you have to me something, me my luck. I’ve lived long enough. So don’t be sad.”
Dawn watched his calm profile, her chest aching in a way she couldn’t exin.
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How many sleepless nights had passed before he became <i>so </i>calm about dying?
She didn’t know, and she didn’t want to hear more.
She quietly left and went upstairs.
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Ethan had just finished showering, clean and rxed. When he saw her standing in the doorway for a long moment, he smiled.
“What’s wrong? Want me toe hug you?”
Dawn didn’t speak. Her eyes were red as she held out her arms.
Ethan softened instantly. He walked over, wrapped an arm around her waist, and lifted <i>her</i>. She clung to him like a kid.
He didn’t mention Austin or ask what happened downstairs. He just kissed her cheek and said gently, “How about we go camping on the hill on a sunny day?”
Dawn buried her face in his neck and mumbled, “Okay.”
Once she agreed, she started nning.
Winter was almost here. Leaves fell nonstop along the streets, piling up as workers swept them away. Wind blew more down, and the sweeping never stopped.
Austin’s condition worsened quickly. Anyone could see it day by day. He even had to use a cane to walk.
Sandra wanted him to use a wheelchair. He refused.
He said he didn’t want to live feeling useless.
After hearing it <i>too </i>many times, everyone realized that treating him gently only hurt him more.
So Dawn told Osbert to send a wheelchair straight home.
“Plenty of people wish they could sit in one and never get the chance.”
She opened it, sat down herself, then looked at Austin. “Are you using it or not? If you won’t, I will. And we’re going out this weekend. At the pace you walk now, you won’t keep up. In a wheelchair, you can lead
Thatst part seemed to work. Austin’s <b>eyes </b>shifted. He finally put the cane aside and sat in the electric chale
Sandra smiled faintly.
After all those years<b>, </b>only Dawn could handle him.
Since they were going up the hill that weekend, Austin needed a simple checkup first. Going to the hospital was too much trouble,
so the doctor came to the house instead
Once the doctor arrived, they went into the room together.
Dawn was about to follow when her phone rang.
“Ms. Porter, this is Northville Police. Sydney asked to see you. Is that possible?”
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The case was mostly wrapped up, though it still needed to go through the prosecutor. Sydney imed she had more to confess but only if Dawn came.
That request broke protocol.
But since it was a special case, they decided to ask anyway.
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<strong>Olivia Harris</strong> is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.