Chapter 317

As I heard what Conrad said, images of Chris during our school days flashed before my eyes. He was reckless and carefree. Back then, he truly was without a worry in the world. I once thought he would always be that way, but somewhere along the line, he changed, and now we have reached this point. Perhaps this was why they said the future was unpredictable. "Chris also asked me to care for our parents... and you." Conrad's voice grew more somber. "He even said that when you get married, he wants me to let him know so he can personally give you his blessings." My chest tightened at these words, and a surge of frustration welled up inside me. Chris had caused such a mess, making everyone worry as if he were in some desperate situation, only for it to turn out that he just wanted to run off and hide somewhere. "So it's not really a farewell message after all," I said, my tone dripping with bitterness. On the other end, Conrad quietly responded, "Maybe he has his own reasons, things w