I thought Grandpa might say something like, ‘Don't divorce Richard, he's part of our family.'

But he didn't.

I could feel his life slipping away, and his voice grew weaker. "No matter what, don't let Susan marry into our family; protect our family's honor for Grandpa."

"I will..."

I was on the verge of breaking down, tears welling in my eyes as I nodded repeatedly. "Grandpa, did Susan say something to you? If not, why would you suddenly fall ...