Chapter 253

Grandma didn’t call her out. She just glanced at the hospital door and said, “Donald, come in and help pack up the lady’s stuff.” On the way back, Donald cracked a few jokes here and there, keeping the atmosphere from getting too stiff. Evelyn stayed quiet while listening to Donald chat with the two elders. Suddenly, something crossed her mind and she turned her head. “Mom, does James know you’re back?” “We didn’t tell him. Go ahead, give him a call. Let’s have him home for dinner tonight.” “Got it.” As soon as he got the call, James rushed over to the old house without delay. He didn’t even stop to say hi to Evelyn, striding straight to his grandparents. His voice was full of surprise and joy, eyes lighting up like a kid. “When did you get back? Why didn’t you tell me? I would've gone to pick you up!” Grandma gently patted the back of his hand, her face all soft with love, eyes glued to him like she couldn’t see enough. “Wanted to surprise you.” James looked over at his grandpa, whose