Chapter 116: The Rope

"What's wrong? Why are you crying like this? This doesn't seem like the Maria I know. Please don't cry; it makes me feel sad too," Solara said gently. Maria blushed, feeling embarrassed by her emotional outburst. "I'm sorry, I got too emotional." Solara gave her a warm smile and nodded. "I understand. It's alright." Maria sniffed and then asked, "Are you feeling okay today? I hope I’m not disturbing you." Solara responded with a light smile. "I’m fine." At that moment, Grandfather Kardashian suggested that Solara should go rest, and she agreed. After Solara left, Grandfather Kardashian turned to Maria. "If you have time, you should come to my 80th birthday celebration." Maria smiled and nodded. "I’d be honored." They hadn't exchanged many words when suddenly, a voice called out from nearby. "Help! Miss Solara has fainted!" What? Solara fainted?! They rushed over to where Solara had collapsed. Seeing her unconscious on the ground, Grandfather Kardashian couldn't help but shou