Chapter 389

Did Gabe feel the same way? Maybe not. People said that Leo had treated him well in the earlier years… "Did he ever try to contact you over the years?" Aurora asked casually. Leo shook his head. His already-weathered face seemed to age another decade in an instant, transforming him into the image of a frail, lonely old man. "I was always busy. He was busy too. We didn't keep in touch. I… I only found out from the news… that he died in the 14 March operation. I couldn't believe it. He used to joke that he had nine lives and that even Hades wouldn't take him. And yet, in the end… he was only 30… He was so young…" Despite his efforts to stay composed, the redness in his eyes and the tears he couldn't hold back betrayed him. "Why did he do all those things? His crimes were infamous, and his sins were unforgivable! Look at me! I've worked tirelessly, lived simply, and devoted my life to my country's progress. Yet my son was a disgrace. No matter how much I achieve, I can never make u