Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan) novel Chapter 2677

“Please, don’t thank me,” Eugene said quickly. “Like I said, we’re family now.”

Dora had been terrified about her future. With the old woman gone, she had no reason to believe the Winters family would continue to employ her. They might even sell the house. Eugene’s words were a profound relief.

“You don’t have to give me the house, sir. Just letting me stay is enough. I don’t need a salary. I’ll be here to cook a meal for you whenever you visit,” she said, her voice thick with emotion.

“Don’t worry about it,” Eugene said. “It’s all arranged.”

Dora nodded through her tears, saying no more.

After they finished eating, Sylvia helped Eugene go through some of Grandma Winters’s belongings.

In an old cedar chest, they found all of Eugene’s childhood clothes, his awards from kindergarten and elementary school, and even a plastic medal he had won in a game. She had saved everything.

Seeing these things, Eugene finally broke down, his body shaking with sobs.

Sylvia could only sit with him in quiet companionship.

…

For the next two days, Sylvia stayed by Eugene’s side, helping him with the arrangements. She didn’t interfere, merely offering her quiet support.

On the third day, at the memorial service, Sylvia attended as a guest and laid a final bouquet of flowers for the old woman.

Many people came to pay their respects. Sylvia saw Eugene’s grandfather there. He stood before the portrait for a long time. Sylvia wondered if he felt any regret, but she decided he probably didn’t, because he soon left with his young wife.

Mrs. Winters pulled Eugene into a quiet corner. “Who was that woman you were just talking to?” she demanded.

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