Chapter 1398

Oliver was installed as chief engineer, leading the construction of the Mount Gremont Railway. Novemton buzzed with excitement at the immediate launching of the railway's construction plans. When Oliver returned home that day, he packed his stuff and reluctantly bade his family goodbye. His wife, Jennifer Heart, held their son's hand, Timmy Aero, as they stood outside the bedroom. They gazed at Oliver in silence. Once Oliver finished packing, he stood up and looked toward the doorway. "Are you leaving now?" Jennifer asked, the reluctance evident in her voice. Oliver took a deep breath and nodded resolutely. "Monarch Crystal entrusted me with the railway project. The hopes of all of Novemton rest on my shoulders. This is a significant responsibility. I have to leave you both and head to Mount Gremont to oversee its progress. The day the railway is completed will be the day I come home,” he said softly. Jennifer covered her mouth with her hands. In their ten years of marriage, she