Chapter 1887 Corinne also knew that Maxwell did not really have feelings for Phoebe. After all, they slept in separate beds for years.
However, Maxwell still caused irreparable emotional damage to Emily. He betrayed Emily and doubted her innocence, causing her to flee and live a rootless life for many years.
Nevertheless, Melinda's words stirred something within Corinne. The value of a relationship was not determined by others; only the individuals involved could say whether it was worth it.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtIn her case, everyone thought she was stupid not to move on after her three-year wait for Jeremy, but she never wavered in her decision.
Melinda had already bought breakfast while Corinne was lost in deep contemplation.
"Corinne, they only serve sandwiches here. I got a couple for you and Joey. You guys should be okay with that, right?" asked Melinda.
Corinne snapped out of her thoughts and nodded. "Thank you, Missus Addison." Melinda smiled. "No need to thank me. It's only sandwiches. Let's head back. Emily should be waking up soon. Having breakfast together will surely improve her mood. Since she woke up from that nightmare, she's been talking about you a lot. It was late at night, and she didn't want to disturb your sleep by calling, so she held back." Corinne smiled and sincerely said, "Thank you, Missus Addison. You really are an amazing friend to my mom. I can't imagine how tough it would've been for her all these years without your companionship and care." Melinda approached Corinne with the sandwiches and gently patted her arm. "Companionship is a two-way street. You seetaking care of Emily now, but you might not know how Emily was there for me, encouraging and supportingduring my toughest times. It's just something friends do for each other." Corinne looked at Melinda with deep gratitude. Emily was lucky to have such a caring and supportive friend. "Alright, let's go. I can tell your son is hungry. See, he's drooling over these sandwiches in my hands!" Melinda playfully teased Joey.
Indeed, Joey could not take his eyes off the sandwiches. The enticing aroma whetted his appetite; he really wanted to eat the sandwiches.
Joey did not expect to be caught staring at the sandwiches longingly. He shyly nestled against Corinne's shoulder, avoiding eye contact with everyone.
This elicited a hearty laugh from Melinda, and Corinne affectionately ruffled Joey's hair.
"Silly boy. Missus Addison got you a sandwich, too. We can eat it as soon as we go back to our ward," said Corinne, i Joey was so shy that he could not speak, and he snuggled even closer to Corinne. Thus, she did not force him to say his thanks.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCorinne was still thinking about Emily and Maxwell, and what Melinda had told her earlier.
"Missus Addison, do you really think there's a misunderstanding between my mom and Maxwell Is there a chance for them to reconnect? Are you hoping I can help them clear up the misunderstandings and rebuild their relationship?"
"Corinne, I just want Emily to be okay, to be as happy as she used to ben when I first got to know her. It's been EN ages since I've seen her genuinely
happy! Of course, I can't say much. You're her precious daughter, so she'll accept whatever you do without hesitation. She'll always listen to you and be comforted by you. I hope you can help Emily let go of the pain from the past. Whether she decides to give Maxwell another chance or not, I just want her to be genuinely happy," said Melinda.