When Emily looked back again, Nathan's figure was no longer there, only Carol sitting alone, sobbing softly.

Bert understood some of what was happening and turned to Emily, confirming, "Is that Nathan's mother?"

Emily nodded awkwardly, "Uncle... Carol's not in a good mood today. Shall we come back?"

Bert frowned unwillingly, "I've already said I won't act impulsively. I'm just here to reason with Sophia. It's fine, go and comfort Carol, I'll go find Sophia directly."

"Don't..."

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