Chapter 27 The Second Stage

• Once Raymond left, Willa resumed her usual gentle demeanor. Clyde found himself gazing at the woman before him, a whirlwind of emotions stirring. Yet, he swiftly pushed them aside, reminding himself of his status as a divorced man.
• Clyde tenderly lifted his sister into the car and returned to the villa. Before departing, he made sure to leave his phone number with Julia, instructing her to reach out in case of any emergencies.
• Upon their return to the villa, Bertha's worries melted away when she saw Clary safe and sound. Her worried expression was replaced with a youthful vigor, her face aglow with happiness. With Bertha taking care of Clary, Clyde finally felt a sense of relief wash over him.