With that said, Mary picked up her bag and checked her documents. "I'll be going now."

"Should I accompany you?"

"No need. You stay here to take care of Joshua," she said, looking at Gale.

"Shawn's around. I can take a break."

Mary teased him, "Men hardly can take care of kids. You'd better stay, considering Joshua and Shawn's relationship. Joshua's injury is still healing, and he needs lots of care."

Mary walked toward the door. Joshua quickly called out, "Grandma, where are you going? Are you leaving already? Can't you stay a bit longer with me?"

"I have some errands to run." Seeing her grandson pining for her, Mary could not stop smiling. "I'll be back to keep you company."

"Okay, Grandma. Hurry back. I'll miss you! Love you lots!"

Shawn glanced at him. What a childish kid. How could he utter such cheesy words? Mary fell for it. "Alright, alright."

Joshua looked reluctant, watching Mary leave. "Mom, it's a good thing you didn't go. If you left me alone with Shawn, I would'