Chapter 51

Hearing Velma and Darren's question, Emma hesitated for a moment. She lowered her gaze slightly, hiding the emotions flickering in her eyes. It had been two years. Now, when she thought about Frank, there was no longer any turmoil in her heart. Time had washed away the pain. Even if she returned home, she could face the reality of Frank and Lea being married without flinching. For all she knew, they might even have a child by now. But before making any decisions, there was someone she needed to talk to first. Emma paused before speaking softly, "Mom, I should go back and discuss it with—" Before she could finish, Velma immediately cut in as if realizing something. "Oh! What am I thinking? This isn't a decision you should make alone. You need to talk it over with Gabriel first. Go home and discuss it with him properly. As long as you two are happy, that's all that matters. Whatever choice you make, I'll support you." A gentle warmth filled Emma's chest, and her lips curved sligh