Hold My Tear, I’m Getting My Wife Back (Leanne Castillo) novel Chapter 356

They had guests in the house. Jennifer was discussing the upcoming charity gala at the end of the month. For the Richardson family, the end of May marked a poignant time, filled with significant events from two decades ago.

The charity gala was one of the few occasions where Jennifer and Mary could find common ground. It was a time for philanthropy and coincided with the anniversary of Curtis' grandfather’s passing.

Among those collaborating on the event were several influential society ladies, including Penelope.

As Curtis entered the living room, the conversation paused, and someone exclaimed with pleasant surprise, "Ah, Curtis is back!"

Jennifer had been restless lately, looking quite drained. Seeing Curtis seemed to brighten her spirits somewhat.

The charity foundation's directors promptly stood to introduce themselves with respect. Curtis responded briefly, handing some flowers and a gift to Jennifer.

“Happy Mother’s Day.”

Upon opening the gift, she found a vintage ruby necklace, drawing envious glances from the onlookers. "Jennifer, you are blessed. Both your children are paragons of virtue and thoughtful."

Jennifer accepted the flowers and instructed the maid to fetch a vase, a smile gracing her face. "Curtis has always been thoughtful, never forgetting holidays or my birthday."

"Too much praise," Curtis chuckled, loosening his tie and deflating his praise. "I forgot today. But your daughter-in-law reminded me this morning to celebrate."

"Leanne is thoughtful," Jennifer remarked. "Didn’t she come with you?"

"She was busy."

"Leanne is such a gem, so smart and considerate," Penelope sighed. "Then there's Selina, in her twenties but still acting like a kid, always so flighty."

"That's true. Leanne could practically run a nursery now," Curtis joked, eliciting laughter in the room.

Jennifer told him off playfully and turned to Penelope. “Don’t take it to heart.”