When Hearts Collide
Chapter 47 – The Lessons We Leave Behind
The years continued to move forward, but the bond within the Cole family only grew stronger.
Ethan and Sophia had slowed down their professional lives, choosing to spend more time with their children and grandchildren.
Their home remained the place where everyone gathered—birthdays, holidays, celebrations, and even ordinary Sunday dinners.
To the family, it was more than a house.
It was where their story lived.
One afternoon, Grace brought her young son, Ethan James, to visit his grandparents.
The little boy ran through the garden, laughing as he chased butterflies beneath the old oak tree.
"Grandpa!"
Ethan turned around.
"Yes, young man?"
"Can you show me your special tree?"
Ethan smiled.
"Our special tree?"
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