It wasn't just about finding a life partner for herself. As a mother, she also had to choose someone who would genuinely love and cherish her children.
And now, she could feel that Victor Morgan was that person.
"Then I'll stay with you!"
Victor Morgan hadn't really gotten his hopes up. Seeing her lost in thought, he'd assumed she was going to refuse.
But instead, he heard her agree, which sent a wave of joy through his heart. He stepped forward, gently took Vera's hand, and led her back to the room, their fingers intertwined.
However, Victor Morgan knew Vera wasn't ready, so he just held her and they talked until they finally fell asleep in the small hours of the morning.
But Vera had barely fallen asleep when she was jolted awake by a phone call, which startled Victor as well. She was about to decline the call, but when she saw it was from Ian Lockwood, she answered.
She knew Ian well; he wouldn't bother her at this hour unless it was something extremely urgent.
