Chapter 238

Naomi paused. She'd been feeling fine before. But after hearing the news, she could feel a headache rising. After a moment's pause, she sighed. "Got it." After her argument with Brendan, Naomi had considered not staying at Yellowind Bay anymore. However, after the thought of her mother's tears, she'd changed her mind. Naomi had always been fearless growing up, except when it came to Christine's tears. When she was younger, she even wondered if Christine's tears were a spell to keep her in check. Furthermore, there were only four months left of the three-year time limit given by Samuel. If she could endure being with Brendan for over two years, a few more months would be a cakewalk. She'd thought that perhaps Brendan wouldn't come home. Speak of the devil. Naomi knew Brendan was upstairs and felt reluctant to join him. Despite this, she eventually forced herself to go up. When she entered the room, Brendan happened to turn away from the window. Their eyes met, and Naomi greete