Chapter 16

Theodore was stuck in a disoriented state for a long time. Only then did he chuckle bitterly at himself. His eyes were rimmed with red. "Gemma, you've really done it. I regret everything. For the past few years, I've been keeping a secret. I fell for you years ago. I regret how things have worked out. I regret it..." His heart was filled with nothing but pain. Theodore cradled Gemma's dress against him as though it was Gemma herself he was holding, like he was attempting to meld himself with it so they would never be apart. However, Theodore's phone rang all of a sudden. His focus was drawn back to reality. The worker from the cemetery asked cautiously, "Hello, is this Mr. Barre? You're Ms. Hodge's contact. Are you using the coffin plot she bought? We realized that there's only one hole there now. When will it be used? "Our people are taking care of the cemetery. That hole's existence is affecting the aesthetic of the cemetery and its overall visiting pleasure. Please deal wit