Chapter 863

Being betrayed again would only double the pain. Teresa had learned to hide everything, not wanting to worry those around her. This calmness was a form of self-protection, but it also caused harm. Charles had always been good at comforting women, but when it came to his sister, none of his usual tactics seemed to apply. He stood there, unsure of how to start offering her support. Meanwhile, Teresa managed a smile and lightly said, "I'm really fine, you don't need to worry."` Just as Charles was about to say more, Mandy came in with a fruit platter. When she saw him talking to Teresa, she paused for a moment. "Charles? Are you talking to Jan?" "Yeah," Charles replied. Mandy entered with the fruit tray and said, "Jan, Mom said you barely ate dinner, so she asked the maid to prepare some fruits for you. She also said if you get hungry in the middle of the night, don't hesitate to call the maid to cook something for you. "You're not alone anymore. You have a little life inside