Chapter 255: She is Back

The sky was neither fully dark nor bright, and fireworks were already being set off in the distance, creating a strong festive atmosphere. Shamar had been waiting respectfully at the door for some time. When he saw them, he smiled and said, "Brother and Callie only come back a few times a year. It's a shame you can't stay for the New Year's Eve dinner. Father is really looking forward to it." Callie and Nelson exchanged a glance. Nelson smiled faintly, "With you here at the ancestral hall, Grandpa and I are at ease. I have to report back over there, so we can't stay today." Shamar said no more. They walked out of the O'Connor family home together. Callie glanced at her phone; nothing unusual. The car waiting at the door was parked steadily. She didn't understand why Jaquan had called earlier, urging them to leave immediately after the ceremony. She wanted to tell Nelson, but he didn't like her interacting with that man, so she kept quiet. For now, everything seemed fine. Dale an