In such situations, it’s best to seek assistance. Callum believed that Aunt Azalea’s family business would soon improve, bringing better times for the family as well.
“I appreciate your optimism,” Camryn thought, aware that her aunt’s family was nearly bankrupt. Fortunately, her cousins worked tirelessly, and their efforts had started to turn the business around, easing the financial burden on the family.
She hoped that her aunt’s business could return to its former glory or even improve further. Her aunt’s family were genuinely good people, and she believed that good people deserve good fortunes.
Although her uncle occasionally expressed frustration, claiming that Aunt Azalea often neglected her home duties to seek treatment for her eyes, he secretly provided substantial financial support and frequently looked for better ophthalmologists.
It was wise for her aunt to have someone like Callum, who had supported her niece for a decade, especially since Azalea’s husband was not related to her by blood.
Callum asked, “When did Mr. Dal leave? He didn’t invite me to eat or drink before he left. I’d love to share a few drinks with him.”
It would be ideal to get Dalton drunk and test his limits.
Camryn responded, “My sister-in-law misses him so much; she can’t wait for his return and has even prepared many gifts for him.”
Camryn and Callum rarely exchanged gifts, and since she wasn’t interested in being with him, she chose not to.
While Callum was generous with his gifts, refusing them meant missing out on the joy of being happy together and prioritizing one another.
After helping Camryn into the car and fastening her seatbelt, Callum walked around and took his place in the driver’s seat. He handed her a bouquet of flowers, saying, “Could you please hold onto this for a moment? I…”
“I don’t want to let it go. When I drive, I hope to see this bouquet,” he said.
Camryn helped him hold the bouquet and smiled, “It’s just a bouquet of flowers.”
However, Callum viewed the bouquet as a treasure.
“Even if it’s just a bunch of flowers, this is the first time you’ve thought to give me one. I truly appreciate it. Once I get home, I’ll place it in an antique vase I own. That vase is quite valuable, and the flowers you give me deserve to be displayed in the finest vases.”
Camryn replied, “If I send you flowers every day in the future, won’t you need a vase for arrangements? I also have vases for sale in my shop that you can use for that purpose.”
Callum laughed and said, “Alright, I’ll buy as many vases as you have for sale.”
Camryn responded, “If I give you too many, you might not like it and think I’m sending you flowers every day, which could lead to you tossing out more trash.”
Callum assured her, “No, absolutely not! If you give me a single blade of grass, I will keep it.”
Camryn playfully replied, “Next time, I’ll give you a piece of grass.”
She added, “I will accept anything as long as it’s from you. No matter what it is, I cherish it.”
Camryn turned to look at him, but her vision was blurry. She occasionally felt a bit light-headed, and when she blinked and tried to focus, everything went dark again.
“Callum, don’t drive yet; I have a few questions for you,” she said.
Upon hearing this, Callum realized he was about to drive. He turned off the car, gave her a loving glance, and said, “Okay! Go ahead and ask.”
He felt a bit anxious, unsure of what she would ask.
He had never done anything to apologize to her, and thinking about it relieved him slightly.
The most egregious thing he had done was…
Forcibly kissing her. However, that incident had occurred a long time ago, and her anger had faded away. “Callum, you claimed that you like me and love me. Can you still take those words seriously?” Camryn asked earnestly, her voice barely above a whisper.