Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne)

When Jasmine found out that Thorne had flown all the way back from overseas

just to surprise her, her spirits finally lifted.

Clutching her phone, she dashed excitedly down the stairs.

Charlene watched her for a moment, standing frozen, then followed Jasmine

downstairs and called the gatehouse to let Thorne's car through.

As Thorne's car pulled into the Ross family's driveway, Jasmine bolted out the

front door and threw herself into his arms the moment he stepped out of the car.

It was her birthday, but Thorne hadn't called all day, and Charlene had been out

and about, busy with her own things. Jasmine had spent the whole day feeling

overlooked and hurt, convinced they hadn't given her a second thought.

That heaviness had lingered all day, clouding everything.

But seeing Thorne make the effort to come home just for her birthday-feeling for

the first time that he truly cared-Jasmine's bottled-up emotions surged to the

surface, her eyes turning red with tears.

As she collapsed into his arms, Thorne ruffled her hair and, kneeling down to hug

her, realized she was crying.

His hand paused, surprise flickering in his eyes. But it didn't take him long to

piece it together: not only had he forgotten to call, but Charlene must have done

something else to make Jasmine feel neglected. No wonder she broke down the

moment she saw him.

He looked up and caught sight of Charlene standing a little ways off, not making

any move to approach.

Their eyes met, but Charlene said nothing.

She understood why Jasmine was crying-she knew Jasmine felt ignored and

was hurt by it. But Charlene just stood there, watching quietly, without saying a

word.

Thorne didn't push her or scold her. Instead, he quickly turned back to Jasmine,

wiping away her tears. "Daddy should have called you first thing this morning to

wish you happy birthday, and I should have gotten home sooner. That was wrong

of me. I'm sorry, sweetheart."

Jasmine's hurt didn't just come from Thorne, but now, with someone to lean on,

with someone finally comforting her, the feeling only grew stronger. The more

Thorne spoke, the harder she cried.

He didn't tell her to stop, though. He simply held her close, gently patting her back

in silent reassurance.

After a while, Jasmine's sobs quieted as her sadness faded, until eventually, she

stopped crying altogether.

When she was calm again, Thorne let her go and handed her the present he hadnoveldrama

brought.

Jasmine's face lit up as she wiped away her tears. "Thank you, Daddy," she said,

her voice still a little shaky.

While Jasmine and Thorne chatted, Charlene remained where she was, watching

from a distance.

Eventually, Thorne asked, "We've got about an hour left until midnight. Is there

anything else you want to do for your birthday?"

Jasmine tilted her head, thinking it over, then shook her head. "No, nothing else."

Thorne glanced at Charlene, then

asked, "So, do you want to come

home with me tonight, or would you

rather stay here with your mom?"

Jasmine hesitated, finally looking over at Charlene.

Charlene waited quietly, letting her decide.

Jasmine knew that Charlene wasn't

as attentive as she used to be, but

whenever Jasmine asked for

something, Charlene always tried

her best to meet her needs. Deep

down, Jasmine knew her mom still

cared for her.

Feeling reassured, Jasmine walked over and took Charlene's hand. She turned to

Thorne. "I want to stay here with Mom tonight."

Thorne nodded, turning to Charlene for her response.

Jasmine's birthday wasn't over yet, and her words just now were her true birthday

wish. There was no way Charlene could refuse.

So Charlene squeezed Jasmine's hand and said, "Alright."

Then she added, "It's getting late. We should all get some rest. Minnie, say

goodnight to your dad."

Jasmine said, "Goodnight, Daddy."

But as she said it, she couldn't help

feeling a little reluctant to see him

go. She quickly added, "Daddy, you

have to come pick me up in the

morning!"

Thorne smiled. "I promise."

He glanced over at Charlene. "Thank you for taking care of her tonight."

Charlene replied simply, "Of course."

With that, she said no more, just took Jasmine's hand and turned to lead her back

inside.

Thorne watched them until the door closed behind them, then finally got into his

car and drove away.