Bab 213: Chapter 225: Exchange of Venue (2)

Percy Stanton admitted that when he heard his son say these things, he felt uncomfortable and somewhat amused. But more than that, he was envious.

He envied that he couldn't be like Raymond Thompson, a child who could blurt out the unspoken words in his heart without any restraint. Even if he said something excessive, Isabel Smith wouldn't get angry and turn her face away. At most, she would think it was just childish innocence and even find it adorable.

Some words have always been on the tip of his tongue, but somehow, he could never tell them to the person he wanted to.

Was it a matter of face? Pride? Or was he resentful of Isabel Smith's irresponsible departure six years ago without saying goodbye?