<b>Chapter </b><b>1245 </b>Reuben’s Wisdom


    “<b>It </b>seems that I’ve be a burden to my sons,” Reuben asserted. His words left Taylor stunned.


    Taylor hurriedly assured, “Why would you say that? You’re not a burden at all! Fine, I’ll turn down the Wrays‘ offer and find some other experts to treat you.”


    “Good. That way, I can tell your great–grandpa I didn’t mess up.” Reuben nodded with a smile. However, Taylor wore a somber face as he observed his father’s frail and weakened


    state..


    Raising his head, Reuben narrated, “Regarding the Quinnells, I stand by my words–don’t let personal grudges sway your vote.


    “Back then, Mr. Gordon single–handedly established the Chamber of Commerce with Grandpa Kieran’s support.


    “They were close like brothers. During the national crisis, they constantly risked their lives to handle negotiations. In particr, Mr. Gordonshed out at the Foplyan businessmen to save Grandpa Kieran in those critical moments.


    “Instead of submitting to the foreigners‘ oppression, Mr. Gordon provided thousands of Cascadians with nourishing food and worthy jobs. The Chamber of Commerce only came


    into existence because of his dedication.”


    Turning to Taylor with a stern gaze, Reuben continued, “Sevie ising back to reim what rightfully belongs to the Quinnells. As her uncles, you can choose not to help her, but you cannot hinder her.”


    Taylor was surprised to hear the familiar name. Marie was still recuperating after Wynter’s birth, yet the baby had won both Reuben’s and Isabe’s hearts.


    Worried that Wynter might be hungry, Isabe stayed at the Quinnell residence to look after her granddaughter.


    In Taylor’s memories, Wynter was a child with round, sparkling eyes and a smooth, rosyplexion. She wore a tiger–head hat and sucked on her pacifier.


    Upon noticing the Whitmans, she would light up with a radiant smile and stretch out her tiny arms, eager to be held.


    Reuben and Isabe adored her, and Taylor was equally fond of her. s, that was all in the past. The ones who loved Wynter most were now gone.


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    Taylor clenched his fists and calmly replied, “I understand. You can rest assured, Dad.”


    “Good… I’m relieved you understand,” Reuben said between coughs.


    With that, Taylor prepared to leave. However, he suddenly stopped in his tracks and turned to Reuben. “You weren’t coughing like that in front of Lte. Do you suspect her of…”


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    “She’s from the Wray family. You’ve probably forgotten what you said when you were a boy, “Reuben interjected as he nced at Taylor.


    Taylor was puzzled. Since growing up, he no longer remembered what he said in his early


    years.


    “You said that Lte refused to leave Marie’s room and asked you to be her brother instead,” Reuben disclosed.Please check at N/?vel(D)rama.Org.


    Taylor was surprised. “Did I really say that?”


    “Indeed. As you age, you’ll start reflecting on the past,” Reuben stated with downcast eyes.


    “Dad, do you miss Marie? How about I arrange a meeting with her for you?” Taylor suggested softly.


    Reuben stiffened at the sudden suggestion but eventually shook his head. The study fell into silence once more, broken only by Reuben’s heavy coughing.


    As Taylor stared at the bloodstained handkerchief, his heart sank. Despite his promise to Reuben, he feared that he might lose the chance to save his father.


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