Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts novel Chapter 402

"Really? You're not pulling my leg, right?" Erica's biggest worry was that he would be gone for years once he left.

"No kidding, I won't lie to you, I'll call you often when I'm there. If you miss me, you can call me anytime. Being alive is the most important thing, right?"

Tears rolled down Erica's cheeks again, Beasley wiped them away for her. "Mom, stop crying, or you won't look good."

"At my age, how good can I look?"

"Mom, you still look the same as in my childhood memories." Beasley said earnestly.

Ines found the conversation amusing. She thought the two brothers had many similarities, like their serious demeanor when speaking. It always made you feel they were speaking from the heart, not just spinning a tale.

Erica couldn't help but smile, "When did you start becoming such a smooth talker like Ethan?"

"I'm not imitating Ethan, I'm telling the truth."

Erica laughed softly at her son's serious expression, gently tapped his head, "When you get there, be like today. If you meet a girl you like, don't be shy. You gotta speak up. Girls like boys who can speak their minds, you know? Don't hide your feelings. As a man, being rejected is nothing to be ashamed of."

Beasley nodded, "Don't worry, I get it."

What Erica never expected was that her casual remark would stick with her son. When he met the woman he loved, he indeed did not hold back and found his own love there.

Erica calmed down and asked, "When are you leaving?"

"I'm leaving the day after tomorrow."

"So soon?"

"Yes, originally they didn't plan to let me come home, but directly transfer me there. It was grandpa who fought for this opportunity, saying I haven't seen my family for too long."

Erica nodded. Although reluctant, she had to accept it. Trenton wanted to say something, but was silenced by her glare.

After Erica and Beasley left, Trenton and Ines were left alone. Trenton looked a bit awkward, "Sorry Izzy for disturbing your rest. You didn't sleep well last night. Go and rest a bit more."

"She was just angry. Don't take it to heart. She surely doesn't mean it."