With sincerity in her voice, Scarlett said, "I hope you'll reunite with her soon, Father."
"Thank you, Scarlett, dad appreciated that..." Roland can't help but smile widely to finally hear those encouraging words from his daughter.
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"What are you both talking about? Why do you look so happy?" Melinda suddenly reappeared in the living room after finishing preparations for lunch.
Scarlett turned to her with a smile. "Auntie, we were just talking about something boring," she smiled. "Is everything alright? Can I assist you in the kitchen?" She offered to help, but Melinda politely refused.
"Dear, there's no need. Everything is ready..." Melinda said, stopping beside Scarlett and taking her hand. She led Scarlett to the dining table, with Roland following behind them. "Let's eat," she invited them to sit.
"Aren't you waiting for your husband?" Roland asked Melinda after he had taken his seat at the end of the table.