Chapter 36 +25 BONUS Duncan wanted to imprint her image deep into his mind , as if afraid he might one day forget her .
Lucy felt his gaze and fluttered her eyelashes as she woke up .
She wrapped her arms around Duncans neck and planted a kiss on his lips .
Up so early ? Yeah , Duncan smiled warmly and playfully pinched her cheek .
Go wash up .
I made something delicious for you .
Alright , Ill go freshen up , Lucy pouted playfully as she got up .
As Duncan watched Lucy head to the bathroom , his expression darkened .
Audrey seemed … different somehow .
But he couldnt quite pinpoint what had changed .
When Duncan went downstairs , he found Seamus sitting on the couch .
Dad , youre up early .
Whats going on ? Seamus studied his son carefully .
He noticed a shift in Duncan something had changed .
The overwhelming sadness that used to cling to him like a shadow seemed to have lifted .
There was life in his sons eyes again .
This was a good sign .
Duncan , its time for you to get back to work .

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The company cant run without you , Duncan sat down beside his father .
Bring me my laptop .
Ill work from home .
Audreys sick , and I need to take her to see a doctor .
Seamus was taken aback .
Duncan remembered Audrey being ill but seemed to have forgotten that she had passed away that their wedding and her funeral had taken place on the same day .
He had blocked out the most painful memory of all .
Seamuss heart ached .
His son had always been exceptional smart , hardworking , rarely causing any worry .
But now , here they were .
Still , Seamus couldnt bear to pull him out of this delusion .
Avoiding Duncans gaze , Seamus focused on the coffee table in front of him .
Alright , you can work from home .
Ill ask your mother to come over and help take care of you .
No , its not a good time for Mom to see Audrey .
Audrey might not have forgiven her yet .
Im your son , so I cant say much , but I need to protect Audrey from getting hurt .
Duncan spoke softly , his eyes downcast .
Heather had hurt Audrey so deeply , and he had avenged her without hesitation .
But his mother , Janet his own flesh and blood he couldnt bring himself to hurt her .
Yet , he couldnt forgive her either .
Seamus sighed , unsure of what to say .
His wife hadnt appeared in front of Duncan these past few days because she feared he hadnt forgiven her .
She was anxious , unable to sleep or eat , yet still too afraid to face him .
After all , they all knew how deeply Duncan had loved Audrey .
Alright .
She wont come .
Ill have someone bring your laptop home .
Ill also arrange for a doctor to visit Audrey here , so you dont have to take her out .
Her body might not handle it .
Seamus could refrain from saying more , but the outside world wouldnt be so considerate .
Duncan wasnt ready to face the truth yet , and Seamus feared what might happen when he did .
Thats not necessary , Dad .
You take care of the company .
I wont neglect my responsibilities there , and Ill make sure Audrey gets the care she needs .
Duncans voice softened .
He regretted neglecting Audrey while he focused on work in the past .
She had borne the weight of her illness alone , never wanting to burden him .
He owed her everything , and now , he was determined to make it up to her .
Seamus understood what Duncan meant but didnt dare press the issue .
His son was fragile , and pushing too hard might cause him to break completely .
Seamus felt stuck , unsure of what to do next .
+25 BONUS Chapter 36 Just as he was pondering his options , Lucy descended the stairs , humming a cheerful tune .
Seamuss eyes lit up .
Audrey ? he called .
The word sent a shock through Lacy , leaving her shaken to the core .
Her heart raced , and her body stiffened .
Was this a warning ? Or perhaps a test ? Chapter 37