The next day, Dorothy was getting ready for work when a knock came at the door. She narrowed her eyes, wondering who it could be, then went to open it.Standing in front of her was a familiar little boy, about 4'1, wearing a pout on his face."Aunty, I feel bad for talking to you like that yesterday. I'm really sorry," Maxwell said softly."Aww, look at you," Dorothy cooed, resisting the urge to squeeze his cheeks and ruffle his blond hair. "I agree you shouldn't speak to elders like that — it's not nice — but aunty forgives you, okay?""Thank you!" Maxwell smiled, then ran back to the living room.Dorothy smiled after him and gave herself a quick once-over before leaving her room. Downstairs, Stefan sat with Beatrice, sipping from a small cup of tea. When he saw Dorothy dressed up, he looked surprised."What's going on, love? Why are you dressed like this?" he asked with a blank expression."Exactly what you think — I'm going to work," Dorothy said, almost rolling her eyes."Love, yo
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