Chapter 2172

Callum obediently climbed down from Mavis's arms, taking her hand and leading her toward the dining room. Mildred stayed behind, watching the mother and son walk away. She sighed silently before calling Troy over to ask about Nathaniel's injuries from the car accident. Only three people were at the table during lunch. Marius was out of town, dealing with his car dealership business in a neighboring city. Gabrielle had not been home for months, having gone abroad for her studies. During the meal, Mildred was uncharacteristically serious, eating in silence with a grave expression. Mavis was too focused on Callum and alternated between feeding herself and her son. She did not notice Mildred's change in demeanor. As they finished eating, Mildred finally spoke, her voice warm as she addressed Callum. "Are you full, my little darling?" Callum beamed, his eyes crinkling. "Yes, I'm stuffed!" "Why don't you go practice piano for a bit? I need to talk to your mommy alone