"Sabrina, is it you?" she asked in a quivering voice.
"Yes, it's me." Sabrina blinked back her tears and answered with her voice raised.
Although Vivian was experiencing some hearing loss, she heard clearly what Sabrina had said. She stretched out her withered hand to hold hers as she struggled to sit up.
Jenna quickly stepped forward and supported her by holding up her back. She placed a pillow behind her and helped her lean against it as she patted her back to help her catch her breath.
"Sabrina, I'm so happy that you have come to see me. I thought that you would never set foot in Richards Manor again in your life." Tears streamed down her cheeks and her hands were trembling violently, as she held Sabrina's hand.
Sabrina was filled with anguish and burst into tears. She lowered her head as tears streamed down her cheeks.
"Sabrina, the Richards family is indebted to you. Norton has betrayed your trust. We have never blamed your father for going against your engagement with Norton. After all, we are in the wrong and we have ruined your reputation. I'm truly delighted that you came and saw me today. You are so forgiving. I'm so blessed. I wasn't wrong. You are indeed a kind soul." Vivian struggled to catch her breath as she spoke to Sabrina. Jenna was filled with sorrow, to see her in this state. So, she comforted Vivian.
"Grandma, don't worry. Sabrina is a kind girl. She is reasonable and knows how to differentiate between good and bad. You have always been kind to her. The Richards Group has treated her well. She remembers our kindness."
"Yes, Grandma. You have treated me like your grandchild since young. I still remember your kindness to me. I wanted to come and see you for a long time but I was busy with my studies. I'm so sorry that I'm late." Sabrina wiped away her tears and held her hand. Her smile was strained.
"Thank you, Sabrina. It looks like you have really grown up well." Vivian smiled with pleasure.
"Both of you have been under my care since young and you have been my daughter- in- law." Vivian placed Sabrina's and Jenna's hands together and held them tightly. "It's a shame that my grandchildren don't know how to appreciate you. Now that Hansen and Jenna are back together, I can finally be at ease. As for Norton, he brought it upon himself. Hence, he can't blame anyone else."
Upon finishing her sentence, she glanced at Sabrina, with her eyes brimming with tears. "Sabrina, Norton has brought it upon himself. Hence, I will not be so selfish as to beg you to forgive him. It's a blessing if you can forgive him, but if you don't, that's his punishment. He has done something very wrong and I don't dare to ask you to forgive him. He has grown up in a terrible environment and it has affected him negatively. It's my fault for not raising him well. Sabrina, no matter who you choose to marry in the future, I will give you my blessing. I have prepared a dowry for you as well, and I will ask Jenna to hand it to you on your wedding day. After all, we are pretty close, even if you are not my flesh and blood. To me, you are just like my granddaughter."
As Vivian spoke, the smile warmed her eyes. Her gaze softened and a smile touched the corners of her mouth when she glanced at Sabrina.
"Thank you, Grandma." Sabrina was very touched. She sniffed and wiped away her tears. She wanted to reject the gift but she was afraid that Vivian would be disappointed. Hence, she nodded her head.
Relief washed over Vivian after speaking everything that was on her mind. It seemed that she had used up all her energy for the conversation. She leaned against the pillow, panting heavily as she closed her eyes.
Jenna helped her lie down on the bed and covered her with the quilt. She also asked for the medical team to come over and check on her condition. Once it was confirmed that there was nothing wrong with Vivian, she led Sabrina out of the room.
"Meroy, thank you for taking care of Grandma. You have done a very good job." Meroy followed them out of the room. Seeing Meroy's haggard face, Jenna was filled with gratitude and thanked her.
"Madam, this is my duty." Meroy smiled and answered modestly.
"Meroy, do you think that there is anything wrong with Grandma?" Sabrina was pretty anxious and glanced at her as she asked with a solemn expression. She knew that Meroy was a doctor and would be able to diagnose Vivian's condition.
Meroy's eyelids drooped. She stared at their faces, which were filled with hope and said gently, "Madam, Miss Sabrina, it's hard to say for sure. Considering her age and her bed-ridden condition currently, even if you manage to recruit the best medical team..."
She did not need to say further. They understood what she meant. Besides, Vivian was getting old.
At her age, nothing was certain.
On the Central Island of Richards Manor, the scenery was breathtaking, with greenery and blooming flowers.
Jenna and Sabrina strode down the path with a heavy heart. Both of them were lost in thought.
The scene during the New Year's Day banquet two years ago was still vivid in their memory. However, things had changed ever since.
"Jenna, back then, right in this spot, Aria was acting pretty arrogant and Earl was in high spirits. I thought Hansen was going to marry Aria and I was filled with sorrow. After knowing what Norton had done, I was heartbroken. Everything changed that day. However, I finally understand what was on Hansen's mind back then. He is a loyal man who values his family and partner above all. He is worthy of your love. Now that you guys are having a good time together, I'm indeed delighted for you." Sabrina sighed. Two years had passed in the blink of an eye. How quickly the time went by!
Jenna also looked up at the stage in the middle of Central Island as she reminisced about the past.
"Sabrina, thank you for staying by our side when the Richards Group is in trouble. I'm over the moon to be able to see you today. Thank you so much." Jenna spun around and held her arm.
The sincerity on her face touched Sabrina.
"Jenna, my feelings for Richards Manor are no less than yours. I used to come here often as a kid and I have spent more time over here compared to you. Now that the Richards Group is in trouble, I must come over. What's more, Grandma is in a bad state. Please don't say anything like this again. It will only make me embarrassed." Sabrina lowered her head in embarrassment.
She was wearing a light pink dress. It enhanced the blush on her cheeks. She was stunning and youthful.
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