Chapter 3218

"Charlie, what you wish for is also my wish," Patricia said, tears welling up in her eyes. "Do you want me to stand by and watch you give up on happiness?" Charlie asked gently. "Seeing you happy is what makes me happy." She was his only sister, his only family, and he only wanted the best for her. If she hadn't found someone she loved, he wouldn't mind her always being by his side. But now that she had, he didn't want her to miss out. "Charlie," Patricia said, her voice full of emotion, unsure of what else to say. Charlie smiled gently. "We chose this life to survive, but that doesn't mean I've grown tired of it. I don't want to give it up." "Is that why you want me to step back and not you?" Patricia asked, surprised. She had always thought Charlie stayed because he felt obligated, even after Jared agreed to let her leave. Charlie nodded. "I'm content with my life now, do you understand?" Even with its dangers, he valued it. Patricia looked at Charlie, realizing his decision