Female Novel
Chapter 1635: Respect the Choices
Chapter 1635: Respect the Choices
Joyce lifted her head, "Dad, Mom. After two decades, I've finally returned home. As a child in the
orphanage, I envied those who had parents. Every time someone came to adopt my friends, I'd
secretly wish that one day someone would take me away too. As time went by, this desire faded. I
never thought I would find my biological parents in this lifetime. Even now, it sometimes feels unreal."
Tears welled up in Cecelia's eyes. She subtly turned her face away, wiping at the corner of her eye.
"You've been suffering all these years, wandering outside," she said quietly.
Ralph sighed, "Your mother has never given up looking for you these past twenty years. She's been
living with guilt and pain all this while. Now that we've finally reunited, my heart is finally at peace."
Joyce moved forward and clasped Cecelia's hands, "I've never blamed you. All the hardship I went
through before is nothing compared to what we have now. We've been apart for over two decades, and
I deeply wish to be by your side, to make up for the years we've lost."
Luther straightened up, his sharp eyes narrowing. Why was Joyce saying all this suddenly? Was it
possible...?
He had a vague premonition and held his breath.
As expected, Joyce took a deep breath.
"But, Dad, Mom, I want to go back to Khebury."
Cecelia was slightly taken aback, although it was within her expectations.
Joyce turned to look at Ralph, "I know I haven't fulfilled my filial duties. But Dad, you're still young, not
even sixty. You're at the peak of your authority, and the military needs you to maintain stability.
Although I've inherited the military rank, my heart isn't in it. When the family was in trouble, I naturally
stepped forward. But now that everything is stable, I..."
She paused, "I don't want to participate in special training, and for now, I haven't thought about
commanding the entire military."
Seeing Joyce's firm gaze, Ralph became more serious. He didn't speak, waiting for her to continue.
At this point, Luther stood up, walked to Joyce's side, and helped her up, "The floor is cold, let's sit and
talk."
He wrapped his arm around her waist and sat her down on the sofa, touched. He knew she was doing
all this for him, that she didn't want to be apart from him.
Joyce looked at Luther, "I know you're under a lot of pressure. The future direction of R&S Group,
whether to move the headquarters to the Capital or to keep it in Khebury, and just set up a branch in
the Capital. The board members have strong opinions about moving the headquarters. After all, the
Capital is the political center, while Khebury is Pascaylia's largest commercial hub. It's not suitable for
the long-term development of R&S Group."
"It doesn't matter. They wouldn't dare to object," Luther said with a slight smile. He could manage, she
was worrying too much.
"You've done a lot," she said, looking at him, her eyes filled with warmth.
Luther paused, held her hand, and couldn't help but pull her closer.
At this moment, Cecelia spoke, "Today is a happy day, why are we discussing such heavy topics?
Joyce, your father was just sharing his thoughts. As for your choices, we certainly respect them.
Khebury is a great place, I like Khebury too. I'm tired of staying in the Capital, we have a house in
Khebury. We can move there anytime."
Ralph nodded, "Since you don't want to inherit the military for now, I won't force you. Don't worry, those
elders, still holding power at the age of eighty. I can manage the military for another two decades with
no problem. Hahaha."
Ralph patted his chest and laughed heartily.
Joyce didn't expect them to agree so easily, and she let out a deep sigh of relief.
She had been grappling with this for many days, always feeling like she was letting her parents down.
"If you want to go back to Khebury, then go. I will live in both the Capital and Khebury, taking care of
both places. Children grow up and naturally have their own lives. How could I make up for the time we
lost when you were young by spending more time with you now?" Cecelia smiled, "Your dad will also
come over when he has time. We can reunite frequently, that's enough."
Ralph nodded, "Yes. After the new presidential election, I'll hand over some military power, so I won't
be as busy as I am now."
"As for the matter of inheriting the military..." Cecelia beganJust as Cecelia was about to speak,
Anderson suddenly popped out from a corner.
"What's so difficult about this? In my view, it's easy to solve."
Cecelia laughed, "Andres, did you hear our conversation just now?"
"Yep. I heard some of it." Anderson hopped over.
Ralph grabbed Anderson and hoisted him onto his lap, "Give grandpa a hug. Oh, you're heavy."
"So, are you willing to inherit the Heath family?" Ralph pointed to his military uniform, and the stars on
his shoulder, "Do you want to wear this? If you grow up in the military, your reputation will be self-
evident. Just like your Uncle Hurley."
Anderson rolled his eyes, "I don't want to."
He pointed to Joyce's belly, "Mommy has two brothers in her belly, grandpa and grandma, aren't you
afraid that no one wants to inherit the Heath family? Maybe one of them is naturally cut out for it."
"Hmm, that makes sense," Ralph nodded.
Cecelia started laughing, "Andres is right. It's too early to worry about some things. I just want you all to
be happy."
At this point, Luther said, "Mom, Dad, actually Joyce and I have talked about this before. The two boys,
one will be named Wilson, the other Cullen. Let's not decide who gets which name yet. First, give them
nicknames. When they grow a little older and we see who has more shooting talent, we'll then decide
who gets the name Cullen. He will inherit the military."
Cecelia paused, "Tian Zi and Kirin? You've chosen great names. Luther, thank you for being so
thoughtful."
Ralph looked surprised and appreciative.
He stood up, walked over, and gently patted Luther's shoulder. While he didn't say anything, his
sentiment was clear.
Anderson suddenly chimed in, "I heard Uncle Hurley boasting, he inherited the Alvonia military when
he was a teenager. If he could do it, my brother definitely can. Ha, grandpa, you'll still be young innovelbin
eighteen years."
Cecelia laughed, "Chris wasn't boasting, he grew up in the military and inherited the leadership before
he was an adult. Chris should be leaving soon, you should all get together before he leaves."
Joyce nodded, "Yes, we've already arranged a time. Karl and Kane will be there too, everyone will be
there."
After everyone had spoken their minds, the atmosphere became much more relaxed.
They chatted about many other topics.
Finally, Cecelia asked, "When do you plan to go back to Khebury?"
Before Luther could speak, Joyce quickly said, "Next week. I'll handle some things here in the Capital
and say goodbye to my friends. If there are no surprises, I'll go back next week."
Cecilia gently nodded.