Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts novel Chapter 255

They had just left the small shop when Rita called, telling them she had reached downtown and asking them to meet up.

When they arrived at the cemetery, it was past one in the noon and the sun was blazing hot. Ethan held up an umbrella for Ines.

Rita and Zander placed the prepared flowers on the grave. Even though Ines had regained her composure, her heart still ached as she looked at her parents' pictures. Rita also wore a serious expression, gazing at Hunter's photo on the tombstone and saying, "When Ms. Page died, I really hated you. She sacrificed so much for you, only to end up committing suicide. Then you distanced yourself from Izzy, pushed her and her mother into the Galeana family, and made her face criticism at a young age. Finally, she had to leave for B city and start over. Seeing her struggle like that, my resentment towards you grew stronger." After a pause, Rita continued, "I've heard about what you did for Izzy. Even though I don't completely agree, I'm deeply moved. If my child had to choose between enduring prison or enduring rumors, I guess I would also choose to let her bear the rumors, rather than ruin her future. Izzy has also let go of her hatred for you. She will guard what you care about."

"You can never repay the debt you owe Lilian in this lifetime, and you've paid with your life. My sister was a foolhardy woman who loved you deeply. All she cared about was your betrayal. If she knew the truth, she would certainly forgive you. Rest in peace."

Zander, always a man of few words, did not say any emotional words like Rita. He simply placed a pack of cigarettes in front of the tombstone, "I know you liked smoking. This is for you. If you feel lonely, you can smoke one."

Upon hearing Rita and Zander's words, Ines couldn't help but bury her face in Ethan's chest. Ethan whispered in her ear, "Everything will pass. From now on, our children and I will be with you. You won't be alone."

Ines nodded solemnly, "I know."

Since Ines was pregnant, they didn't stay at the cemetery for long. Rita and Zander didn't have any vacation days and had taken a leave to come here. Seeing that Ines was doing well, they didn't plan to stay in A city any longer and went straight to the airport.

Knowing she had to go to work at the Galeana Group in the afternoon, they told her to get some rest and insisted on not being sent off by them, which Ines disagreed with.

Dane promised to safely send them to the airport, Rita said she would call Ines when she arrived at the airport and when she got home. Only then did Ines give up on the idea of seeing them off.

Ethan and Ines went to the Galeana Group together. Since Ines had recently acted as the chairman, and with Ethan by her side, the executives didn't have any objections, even the directors chose to keep quiet and let them handle this issue.

With Ethan's help, and her familiarity with the Galeana Group's work, they managed to handle most of the backlog within an afternoon. When they finally took a break from work, they realized it was already getting late.

Ines' shoulders were sore. Just as she was about to massage them, Ethan walked behind her and started to gently knead her shoulders. Ines closed her eyes in enjoyment, feeling comfortable like a little kitten.

"It seems our Izzy has the potential to become a powerful woman." Ethan said unconsciously.

Upon hearing this, Ines' expression slightly changed, "Ethan, do you want me to stay in this position?"