Chapter 256

• Clara Beacham hesitated to revisit the past.
• She looked away and swiftly dressed herself, telling herself, "The present is beautiful, and the future holds even more promise. It's best not to dwell on memories. Some things, no matter how hard we try, cannot be forgotten. The Colonel is very fortunate."
• Continuing to refer to him as Chief only added to his discomfort. "Please address me differently. What did you used to call me? Bro?"