Chapter 169

“I’ll find a suitable time to tell Grandma about this. Before that, I hope you’ll keep this a secret.” Silvia frowned and stared at him. She had a feeling that something was wrong. “How long will I have to keep quiet about this?” “No longer than three months.” Silvia contemplated for a few seconds before she reluctantly agreed. “Okay. I hope you’ll keep your promise.” After she spoke, she turned to leave, but Neil stopped her once again. “In the meantime, I hope you’ll be able to play along. Come with me whenever I visit her.” “Neil, you’re crossing the line here. I’ll only help you keep this a secret. That’s as far as I’ll go!” He looked at her and slowly said, “After the shock Grandma received, her health got worse. I don’t want her to worry about us again.” “Fine. Is that all?” He released her hand with a nod and said, “That’s all.” “Can I leave now?” Seeing that he was silent, she left the room. Neil was rooted to the spot for a long time before he returned to Room On