The Day Our Promise Breaks (Charles and Evelyn) novel Chapter 437

If Eve found out that Adam's kidney was given to Sandy, she'd be heartbroken. Charles couldn't stand the thought of her being upset. But Sandy desperately needed that kidney. He was torn between doing the right thing and protecting Eve from pain.

Dahlia could see the conflict written all over Charles's face and felt a pang of anxiety. Was he hesitating because of Evelyn?

“Dad, what's wrong? Sandy finally has a shot. Aren't you happy?” Sandy, picking up on Dahlia's silent cue, tugged at Charles's big hand and asked softly.

“No, sweetheart, I'm really happy.” Charles flashed Sandy a tender smile and gently tousled her hair. Sandy wasn’t feeling her best and nestled into Charles, fighting off sleep even as her eyelids drooped.

“Come on, Sandy, if you're tired, just close your eyes and rest,” Charles coaxed softly.

“Dad, I'm scared you'll leave while I’m asleep. Will you stay with me?” Sandy clung to Charles, her eyes filled with trust.

Looking into Sandy's eyes, Charles was reminded of Charlie. Charlie used to look at him the same way, and he wished he'd appreciated it more back then. He didn't want to have the same regrets with Sandy. So, he promised, “Alright, I’ll stay.”

With that promise, Sandy finally let herself drift off, sinking into a deep sleep. Charles tucked her in snugly, then stepped out onto the balcony, lighting a cigarette from his pocket.

Dahlia wheeled herself over to him. “Charles, are you worried because the donor was Evelyn's friend?”

Charles didn't say anything, but his silence spoke volumes.

Dahlia pushed down her jealousy. “Do you think Evelyn would be angry if she knew her friend's kidney saved Sandy?”