When Marshall finally came, the dinner was almost over.
They were talking and laughing in the room.
Khalid was talking to Frances and Katherin to Kyle most of the time.
They seldom cross-talked, but they were all in a very good mood.
When Marshall pushed the door and came in, he seemed surprised to see some people in the room.
He asked, "Dad? You're here, too?"
Katherin gave him a look and said, "Why ask? Of course he should be here!"
Frances wasn't as shy as she had been anymore. She asked Marshall where he had been and why he
didn't come with Khalid.
Marshall replied as he came over and sat next to Katherin, "Something was wrong at the factory
warehouse. I went by and checked. We arranged lots of people there, and I haven't checked for quite a
while since last time. So I think I should go over and take a look."
Khalid knew about that, too. He knew they were from Katherin's hometown.
So he nodded and asked, "How are they doing there?"
Marshall leaned back in his chair. "They were doing fine."
Katherin knew Marshall was lying. That was not what he was out for.
Marshall didn't want to tell the truth, and Katherine knew there must be a reason.
Marshall sat and chatted for a while. Then he looked at Kyle, "What's got into you today? You look so
happy."
Kyle was a little taken back. He stared at Marshall and said, "You all think I'm thrilled today? I feel like
pretty much the same as usual."
"No... you look quite different," Marshall said straightforwardly, "Your mind state today differed a lot
from days ago."
Katherin laughed and looked at Kyle. "Am I right?"
Kyle clicked his tongue, "Fine. Maybe I'm really in a good mood today, much better than how I was
days ago. You're right."
He thought about it and realized that he had really felt a little more comfortable today than a few days
ago.
Marshall turned over and asked again, "Did Miss Mitchell make up with you?"
Katherin burst out laughing.
She looked at Marshall, "How can you get to the point so quickly and precisely?"
Marshall smiled and nodded. "Then I guessed right."
Kyle looked a little embarrassed and didn't reply to what Marshall said.
Katherin smiled and changed the subject by asking Marshall if he had had dinner and wanted to eat
anything here.
Marshall had no appetite. Thinking that others had finished eating, he said, "It's fine. I'll eat when we're
back. I don't feel like eating now."
He had dealt with some bloody affairs in the warehouse, which made him lose his appetite for food.
Katherin didn't say anything else. They talked for a while and found it was about time to leave.
Kyle was still thrilled. He asked them to stay and play more mahjong with him.
Katherin could tell that Marshall was already tired. She turned down Kyle's request and said they would
be back when they had time.
Kyle nodded. "Okay, I'll call someone else to join me."
He was still in a state of excitement. Rosie's words really carried much weight on him.
Katherin left with Marshall, and Khalid gave Frances a ride.
Katherin winked at Frances as they parted at the gate.
She was sure Frances could read the implication.
Frances stared at Katherin for a few moments and smiled. She had read Katherin's hint.
After Marshall and Khalid talked for a few minutes, Katherin and Marshall went to the car.
Katherin stretched. It was still early at night, but she was already sleepy.
On the way back, Katherin fell asleep on the chair.
Marshall turned to look at her halfway through. He wasn't sure if he should wake her up.
His eyes were getting dim.
Katherin was carried home by Marshall. When they got home, she was about to fall asleep as soon as
she touched the bed; however, something suddenly crossed her mind.
She asked Marshall, "Is Mr. Grant back?"
Marshall laughed, "We just arrived. How could he be so quick and come back with us? Don't think that
much. Just go to sleep."
Katherin mumbled a couple of words that Marshall didn't understand. Then she fell asleep.
She had a good sleep that night.
Katherin woke up early the next day, mostly because of Marshall.
Jakub will be cremated today. He and Mr. Grant will be presented on behalf of the whole family.
Katherin sent Marshall to see if Khalid was back.
Marshall touched her head and said, "Okay, don't be in such a rush. I'll go over and check."
It turned out that Katherin's guess was right. Khalid didn't come back last night.
Marshall called Khalid and told him that the funeral was in the morning, so they had to get out early.
Khalid said he was ready and told Marshall to meet him in the hospital.
Katherin overheard what Khalid was saying.
She had the urge to yell at the phone and ask if Frances had woken up.
But she soon realized that it wasn't an appropriate question for a senior.
She could joke with Frances merrily, but not with Khalid.
After Marshall hung up the phone, Katherin leaned over and hurriedly asked, "Your father and mother
get back together again, right?"
Marshall thought about it for a while. Then he looked at Katherin and answered, "I feel that my dad is
always following my path."
Katherin didn't get what he meant. She paused and stared at Marshall.
"I feel like my dad is going to move in with my mom in a few days," Marshall said.
Katherin laughed upon hearing this.
If that really happens. Khalid was indeed following Marshall's path.
But it could also prove that the old was in love.
Marshall didn't have time for breakfast. The Hendersons made the time too early, so he left right after
getting dressed.
Old Mrs. Grant was also up. She came out of the room when Marshall was about to leave. They met in
the corridor.
Old Mrs. Grant felt sorry for Jakub.
"Drive slowly and safely. Nothing matters more than your personal safety," Old Mrs. Grant told Marshall
repeatedly.
Marshall nodded, "Don't worry. I can handle it."
Seeing him come out alone, Old Mrs. Grant was a little puzzled. "Where's your father? I thought he's
going over with you."
Marshall smiled, "He must have stayed at my mom's yesterday. We'll meet in the hospital."
Old Mrs. Grant was obviously surprised at first, but then she nodded, "I see. Then drive slowly."
Marshall drove all the way from the old house to the hospital. Khalid was already waiting for him at the
entrance of the hospital.
The two headed to the cremating place behind the hospital.
The Hendersons arrived later. Their relatives, who had been here too before, were nowhere to be
found this time.
The comers were mainly relatives from Tomas' first and second wife, and there weren't too many.
Tomas' wife was crying her tears out and couldn't catch a breath. Clara was supporting her.
The only business partner presented was the Grant family.
They didn't know if other partners had been asked not to come.
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