The atmosphere in the room soured because of the unpleasant subject.
Eventually, Charlie said, "I haven't eaten lunch yet. What do you want to eat? I’ll go and buy it."
After Grace's mom answered, Charlie nodded and walked out of the ward.
The other two people were left alone. Grace’s mom lectured Grace softly.
"Perhaps I deserve to be unloved," Grace concluded.
Her indifference infuriated her mom. Grace didn't speak again.
Charlie quickly came back with lunch for three.
Grace didn't move the fork, saying, "I'm not hungry yet. I’ll eat it later."
It was soon dark. Charlie didn't go to the company for a day, staying in the ward with Grace's mom.
His secretary called him again, saying the ceremony would soon begin and urging Charlie.
Grace's mom asked them to go. Grace accompanied Charlie to the ceremony every year. This year was no exception.
Though reluctant, Grace decided to go and got into the car with Charlie.
Grace looked into the mirror inside the car, putting on her makeup.
Charlie glanced at her silently.
The car arrived at the hotel after a while.
Charlie and Grace walked forward. Grace went to the hotel room and casually changed into a dress.
It was a shining black silk dress, clinging to her delicate body. She looked sexy and charming.
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