Graham’s response was terse.


    In a hoarse voice, he exined, “It’s an old ailment.


    ”


    N spoke with genuine concern, her tone polite yet firm.


    “Considering it’s an old ailment, it’s crucial to prioritize treatment.


    Dying it couldplicate matters further.


    You’re in your prime, and your appearance is striking.


    Don’t let your future prospects be jeopardized because of your legs.


    ”


    Graham didn’t respond.


    He remained indifferent to concerns about his future, power, and status.


    Being idle at home, seeking redemption for his past transgressions day after day, and harboring hope for Lucinda’s forgiveness and an end to her hatred towards him were his primary objectives at present.


    With the topic closed, silence settled between them, and no further words were exchanged.


    They moved into the living room and took seats on the sofa.


    Violeta personally went to prepare tea, Leaving Lucinda, Graham, and N alone in the living room.


    N’s keen gaze fixated on Graham as she inquired with curiosity, “Mr.


    Simmons, I’ve heard that you were once a world-renowned pilot in Cadiered, wielding immense influence both in governmental and underworld circles.


    What’s with your voice? It sounds different from what I heard in the airport’s promotional video.


    ”


    Graham bowed his head, offering no response.Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024.


    Lucinda naturally assumed control of the conversation and exined on Graham’s behalf.


    “Because I’m the head of the Simmons family.


    He made a mistake in the past, and as punishment, I ordered him to kneel in the ancestral temple all night long.


    He was also required to endure twentyshes each day and recite Buddhist scriptures throughout the night.


    ”


    With a furrowed brow, Graham lifted his head to gauge Lucinda’s expression.


    Though uncertain of her motives, he understood that she had her reasons for saying those deceptive words.


    In fact, those punishments had nothing to do with her as he inflicted them on himself.


    Preferring silence over rebuttal, he remained quiet.


    N was dumbfounded.


    She stared at Graham in astonishment, trying toprehend his apparent eptance of the situation.


    Then her gaze shifted to Lucinda’s stern and unyielding expression, finding it difficult to believe.


    She stated, “It sounds quite rming.


    What significant mistake could he have made to warrant such punishment? Isn’t he your brother? Why treat him so harshly, almost like an enemy?”


    Lucinda pressed her lips together, ready to respond, but Violeta intervened gracefully, cing the tea on the table and pouring a cup for everyone.


    With the distraction of tea being served, Lucinda tactfully sidestepped the topic, picking up her cup and warmly addressing N, “Miss Diaz, please try this green tea.


    I believe it suits you perfectly.


    Please, indulge.


    ”


    N epted the cup from the tea table, blowing gently on the foam before taking a sip.


    “This tea is delightful.


    It’s refreshing and Light.


    ”


    Lucinda nodded, savoring her own tea.


    “I’m pleased you enjoy it.


    ”


    The living room fell into a brief silence for two minutes before N steered the conversation back to Graham.


    “So, Mr.


    Simmons, when I arrived earlier, I noticed your difort.