NovelFastChapter 454 1 Probably Can't Make It Next, Dominic moved on to contacting Carl.
* 3.67%0 +8 Pears Because of the special nature of Carl's work, if the timing didn't line up, it would be difficult for him to attend.
So Dominic began by casually asking about his recent work schedule. But Carl quickly caught on to the intention behind his words.
He asked, "What's the matter? Do you need something from me?" Dominic decided not to beat around the bush and stated his purpose directly.
Carl fell silent for a moment, seemingly deep in thought.
His silence remained for a while before his voice cthrough clearly from the phone, “Alright. I'll be there on time." Two down, one to go.
Now, Winston was the only one left.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtJust thinking of hinde Dominic's expression darken.
His youngest brother was the most rebellious of them all.
Communicating with him was actually the hardest thing to do.
It was only because of Jean that there had been a brief chance to reconnect with Winston...
But that was all.
There hadn't been any real progress since.
Dominic hoped this family dinner could be a chance to grow closer to him.
Somewhere along the way, family and kin had becdeeply important to Dominic.
Especially after Matheo was thrown in jail, he cherished his kin who were still staying by his side even more.
He waited until late afternoon during break tand called Winston.
The phone didn't get picked up immediately.
Standing by the full-length window, warm orange sunlight falling over his shoulders, Dominic waited patiently for Winston's response.
A few seconds later, the call was answered.
A young, slightly hoarse voice cthrough, "What is it?" The tone was cold and emotionless.
Dominic spoke calmly, his voice like a gentle melody, "Mom is planning a family dinner. She hopes everyone can chfor dinner. The date was set for this weekend-if you're free..." 1/2 Chapter 454 | Probably Can't Make It Winston suddenly spoke and cut him off, “I probably can't make it.” $8 Pearls Dominic's heart sank slightly, though he showed no sign of it on the surface. He kept his tone steady and asked, "Why? Is there something urgent?" At that moment, Winston was sitting at his desk, the faint blue glow of the computer screen illuminating his face.
He pressed his lips together, a wave of frustration welling up inside as he said, "No particular reason. That's all." As his words fell, Winston hung up.
Dominic stared at the hung-up phone, falling into silence.
He lowered his gaze, shadows flickering in their depths.
Dominic was thinking of calling him again but ended up giving up the idea.
That evening, he told Sienna and Jean how the calls had gone.
Everyone else had agreed, except for Winston, so naturally, Sienna felt om disappointed at the news: She frowned and asked, "Winston isn't coming?" Does he have something urgent to attend to?" Jean blinked, staying silent; her expression looked serious.
Dominic nodded vaguely and said, "Perhaps." To be frank, he wasn't sure what Winston meant, either. H NO.. didn't seem like something urgent.
More like he simply didn't want to come. He - Sienna muttered as she reached into her pocket for her phone, "Maybe I should try calling him." But Jean suddenly reached out, pressing gently on her hand, and said, "Mom, letdo the talking." Send Gifts
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