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Joe gave Paul a sharp look, and the two immediately moved to a spot where they could avoid stray bullets. In such chaotic shootouts, it was too easy for innocent people to get caught in

the crossfire.

They had encountered chaotic gunfights like this abroad before, but it was their first time being so close to the action

with such intense, rapid gunfire and terrified people running

everywhere.

Paul frowned and said, “There’s been a rise in terrorist attacks in this country recently.”

Joe’s face remained expressionless as he watched the frightened crowd scatter outside the restaurant. A heavy feeling of unease crept into his chest, but he quickly pushed it down.

In a low voice, he said, “We’ll wait until the police get the situation under control before we leave.”

“Understood,” Paul replied, scanning the chaotic scene outside. Given how serious things were, even when police arrived, it would take them time to regain control.

As they had anticipated, it took three hours for the police to apprehend the culprits responsible for the mayhem. More than 20 people were killed in the indiscriminate shooting.

The street outside was stained with bright red blood.

Joe glanced briefly at a few bodies lying on the ground ahead of him. After taking in the scene, he withdrew his gaze and said in a somber tone, “Get everything wrapped up today. We’re heading to Jipsburg tomorrow.”

The next day, Skylar visited Pearlhall Residence. Today, Howard was scheduled to check on

Gloria’s health.

Gloria’s condition hadn’t been great. She often felt weak and lacked energy.

Given her age and overall health, major surgeries were no longer an option. The risk of her not surviving the operation was too high.

Her heart had undergone multiple bypass surgeries before, but in recent years, developed emphysema and kidney inflammation.

she had also

Gloria had been to the hospital many times for treatments, but each time, the results were minimal at best.

Both Skylar and Edgar understood Gloria’s condition well by now. Edger especially felt sorry for Gloria, seeing how much she was struggling to hold on.

Years ago,

Gloria’s health had already begun to decline. But too much had happened in the

Martin family..

Froson Martin’s passing to Edwin’s reckless behavior, not to mention the scheming of

Ernest and Joe’s relatives, all of it had drained her mentally and physically.

Recently, Gloria had been finding it harder to endure, partly due to the loss of Viola. However, seeing Joe and Skylar finally in harmony brought her some peace. Watching them face life’s difficulties together allowed her to let go of some of the burdens.

But now, her body was starting to give out.

Listening to Edgar’s words, Skylar felt even more concerned for Gloria.

Luckily, after Howard examined her, he said that while Gloria’s condition was fragile, she just needed rest. The key was to avoid any unnecessary stress or emotional strain.

When Gloria noticed Skylar’s worry, she chuckled softly and reassured her. “I’m fine, Skye. It’s just old age catching up with me. I don’t bounce back as quickly as you youngsters do when I

Don’t get sick, but I’ll rest up.

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worry

Grandma. We can “I’ll stay here at Pearlhall Residence for the next couple of days with you, take walks together, and I noticed that the fruit in the orchard is ripe. I’ll pick some fresh fruit for us to enjoy,” Skylar said, holding Gloria’s arm.

Gloria immediately saw through Skylar’s thoughts. She was worried about her.

But Gloria knew her health well. She didn’t want to make Skylar even more anxious by letting her see her weakness day by day.

She said with a smile, “If you want to eat some fruit, just have someone go pick it. You’re young, Skye, you should live your life and enjoy it. Don’t worry about me.

“Go out with your friends, do some shopping, or go visit your mom. I’ve been feeling tired lately, and I nap often. You’ll be bored just hanging around here. Trust me on this, okay?”

Skylar knew Gloria was only saying this to keep her from worrying, trying to push her out of the house so she wouldn’t have to see how frail she had become.