Chapter 512 Charlene Jenkins

As Charles spoke, his eyes turned red. "When I was arranging the funeral, your grandmother somehow found out. She dragged her sick body over, crying and yelling at me, asking why I hadn't told her. "At that time, only Yvette's body hadn't been placed in the coffin. I was afraid it would be too much for her, so I refused to let her see it no matter what. She threatened me with her own life, and in the end, I had no choice—I took her to see Yvette. "When Vivian saw Yvette's charred body, she coughed up blood on the spot." His voice choked again. "It was a horrific scene, something no one should have to witness. "She couldn't accept it, and neither could I. I'd always seen Yvette as a younger sister. For her to die like that, my heart—" Charles lifted a trembling hand to cover his eyes, unable to say another word. Marcus reached out and gently patted his back, silently offering comfort. After a long pause and a deep breath, Charles steadied himself and began again. "Vivian lost her