Chapter 167

The next morning, Alice sat on the bed for a while, staring blankly ahead. A flicker of disgust flashed across her eyes as she looked around the bedroom. She shouldn't have come back. Big mistake. Even if this place was the only thing her parents ever left her, it had been tainted by that man’s presence. Everything—air included—felt off. Once Grandpa’s ashes were taken care of, she was leaving. And not looking back. Just then, a knock came from the door. Edward walked in, his gaze cool but laced with a soft smile. “Come grab some breakfast. I got us something to eat.” “Okay.” Alice managed a small smile, the irritation in her eyes quickly fading. After a simple meal, they prepared to handle the ashes. Before arriving in Lumivale, Alice had already contacted the staff at St. Christopher’s Chapel to make the arrangements. The chapel was known for its columbarium, and since Alice had also promised a generous donation to the church’s charity fund, the staff had readily agreed. She called a