After lunch, Fiona led Mindy and Lionel to the newly arranged room."This used to be Min's room," she said warmly. "Now, it's yours. The bed has been replaced, and the linens are all new."For years, Fiona had preserved the room exactly as it was, from the furnishings and decor to the smallest trink
Mindy was surprised. "You knew I was awake even with your back turned?"Lionel chuckled and gestured toward the wall. "Your shadow gave you away."She glanced at the wall and realized the truth, feeling sheepish. With a small cough, she changed the subject. "What's so interesting about that photo al
In the blink of an eye, it was the day before Easter. The sounds of the parade with hymns and prayers echoed through the streets, while the warm spring breeze brought the festive spirit indoors."Morning, Mimi. Why didn't you sleep in a little longer?""Morning, Grandpa!" Miranda had just come downs
Fiona beamed. "This outfit looks great! And so festive! And look at that—Miranda is also wearing a red sweater today. You two cousins are so in sync!"Sam glanced at Miranda. She was indeed wearing a red sweater paired with a white scarf. The combination of crimson and snowy white immediately drew t
Nelly linked arms with Timothy and greeted Mindy with a smile. "Min, Lionel, what a surprise to see you here! I hadn't heard from Mom and Dad that you'd be spending Easter in Elgerson. This is wonderful—a full family reunion."Her words were polished, and her smile was radiant. Aren and Fiona excha
Mindy smiled and said, "Preparing some fruit isn't much trouble—it'll be done in no time." She also considered that the two chefs had already returned to their quarters for the holiday, and it wouldn't hurt to let them rest for a bit. With that, she headed toward the kitchen.Fiona watched her daug
Mindy's expression remained calm, while Nelly felt her anger burn even hotter upon seeing her composure. Nelly's gaze turned icy, and there was a blend of fury and jealousy flashing in her eyes. Suddenly, she let out a cold laugh.The moonlight fell on her face, casting a pale and somber glow. Pair
"Why not sit down with him, talk it out, and explain what's bothering you? Can't you just tell him what you're unhappy about and what you expect from him? Wouldn't that be a more effective way to solve the problem at its core?" Mindy suggested.Nelly clicked her tongue, her tone dripping with disdai
"Mrs. Jefferson, you're too kind," Mindy said.Susan had a pretty good impression of Mindy. It wasn't just because of the dress back then, but also because of Mindy's family background. She came from a truly prestigious and prominent lineage as a lady of the Garrison family. However, she met with m
"Felix? Susan?" Miranda exclaimed. She was momentarily stunned to see them standing at the front door with a suitcase. Her eyes widened in surprise. Paul turned to her and said helplessly, "Miranda… my parents are here."She quickly regained her composure and stepped forward with a smile. "Felix, S
Under Susan's gaze, Jenny felt a chill run down her spine. "You… Why are you acting so weird? Are you mute? You don't look like it from how you're dressed."She shot Susan a glare and muttered, "Crazy woman," before heading back into her apartment building. Susan stayed rooted to the spot. Her face
They made it back from the school to Harold's place just in time for dinner. After dinner, Lionel and his family said their goodbyes. Upon seeing this, Leonard's family made their exit right after. Jenny walked them to the door before collapsing onto the couch, clutching her lower back. "What a ti
Paul's genes ensured both good looks and a decent figure. On top of that, judging by how generous he was with his gifts, he clearly wasn't just an ordinary college professor. He probably came from an affluent family. Elite families like his often went back several generations, which meant his rela
Since it was the end of the year, the students were all on holiday. The vast school grounds felt a little deserted. Dallas Urban, the school's security guard, noticed Lionel coming from a distance. He stepped out of the guard booth and greeted him cheerfully, "Mr. Sutton!" Then his gaze landed on
"There's still a pile of pots and pans in the kitchen waiting to be cleaned," Jenny complained."I'm just like a maid that's born to toil endlessly, unlike you who can enjoy such an easy life. "You should really learn from Lionel. He cooks every time they host a gathering. You two are brothers, but
"I'm cooking something," Paul said. "Why are you cooking this late at night?" Susan asked. "I wanted a midnight snack."Susan knew her son didn't normally eat late. Clearly, he was cooking for someone else. The thought worsened her mood. "When are you planning to come back to Elgerson?" she asked
Suddenly, Miranda stopped walking. She turned to face Paul and said seriously, "Thank you, Paul, for coming to Lumberville to spend Christmas with me. And… thank you for being in my life."Paul was slightly taken aback. Then, he gently squeezed her hand. "You dummy. I should be the one thanking you.