Chapter 1574

After Maurice had eaten, his mother cleaned up the dishes. Charmine walked forward and said to Maurice, “Mo, seeing that you and Auntie are rekindling your relationship, I can leave you at peace.” “Leave?” Maurice frowned. “Gem, where are you going?” Charmine looked up. “To somewhere quiet for a while.” Maurice asked suspiciously, “Alone?” “Yeah,” Charmine answered. The look of worry intensified in Maurice’s eyes. “Where to? Would you like me to come with you? I could arrange for someone to—” “No need, Mo.” Charmine cut him off and insisted, “I want to be alone to calm down. Don't be sorry, I’ll take good care of myself.” Maurice pursed his lips. As he recalled the struggles Charmine was facing, he could understand. She wanted to find a place to relax. This was better than bottling her feelings up. He could only agree. “Alright, Gem. No matter when, I’m only one call away if you need someone to talk to. I’ll be waiting for you here.” “Yeah.” Charmine’s red lips cu