章節 103: Memorable night

"Please, can you cancel your operation or move it ahead of schedule. I would really like you to join us for brunch this Sunday?" She was begging her sister, George, to attend their family get-together that was becoming a new tradition. At least when everyone was available, that was.

Compared to the time that their mother was alive, everyone seemed to be busy not only with work but also with their personal lives. But she was hoping that this week would be different. She needed everyone to be present on this occasion.

"What's so important that I should be there? Does this have anything to do with the gossips spreading in the news?" She could hear the worried voice of her sister. She could not blame her since the last time she was in the news, it turned out to be disastrous.