Tilda nodded in acknowledgment, expressing her gratitude. “Thank you!"

As silence enveloped the room once more, Lyndon glanced at his watch and announced, "I'm heading out now."

With all the arrangements being made, it was time for him to depart.

"Dad, can you stay tonight? I'm a Little scared," Sheldon implored, rushing to Lyndon and gripping his hand tightly.

Lyndon arched an eyebrow, casting a questioning glance at Tilda. Did she want him to stay?