Chapter 6

In that moment, I suddenly felt exhausted.

"I used to have a job too," I said.

The line stayed quiet for a long time before Edward let out a sigh.

"Are you blaming me?" Edward asked.

"No."

"I've held you back all these years."

I tightened my grip on the phone. "Dad, it's getting late. You should get some rest."

I never answered his question because I didn't know the answer myself.

Eight years ago, Edward had his first heart attack. William had just been promoted and was leading an important project when he held my hand and promised, "Evelyn,…