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Not long after Xander left, Melody's parents came. They paid their respects to Cassandra and then joined everyone in getting things done. Benjamin and Clara were in the living room helping Abigail greet guests who had come to remember Cassandra.Meanwhile, Jodie went into the kitchen to help. Seeing her daughter, Melody, busily helping in the kitchen, Jodie was pleased. "You're growing up," she said.Melody answered, "Well, I'm almost old enough to get married, aren't I? How could I not grow up?"Jodie asked, "Didn't that man come back to North Florivera with you?"Melody said, "He came back with us, but we didn't have time to entertain him, so we decided to have him come over after Caterpie's grandma's affairs are taken care of."Jodie was satisfied. "Hmm. You're becoming more responsible."Melody teased, "I'm mature, but what about you? Are those two still freeloading at our house?"Jodie replied, "After that unpleasant incident at Easter, I told your dad that if he lets them
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At the dinner table, everyone was eating and sharing memories of Cassandra. As one woman who had been her student spoke, she began to cry."You don't know how much Madam Clare did for me," she said. "We were poor when I was in middle school, and my parents wanted me to quit school to work. They hoped I could help support my younger brothers. But Madam Clare came to our house and talked to my parents. She even gave me money so I could keep going to school. Thanks to her, I got to go to high school, then college, and now I have a job I love."'Grandma was truly a great teacher. She loved to help people, and she taught me to do the same. I learned so much from her, and she helped me know what's right and wrong,' Abigail thought. She then said, "Thank you for your kind words about my grandma. I know she'd be happy to see you doing well.""Yes," the student replied, wiping a tear. "I found a job I love after college. Doing well at work is the best way I can thank Madam Clare. We've all h
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'My husband? When Mr. Hannibal came, Xander never showed up, and nobody mentioned him. How did he know that I'm married? Could he really be an astrologer who knows these things?'Clara sighed with relief. "That's good."Margaret was still worried about what people were saying about Xander, that he had an unlucky influence. "Is there anyone in our family who has this unlucky influence or is in conflict with her?"Hannibal looked at his star chart, then said, "Madam, there are still men in your family, aren't there?"Margaret's face turned pale. "Yes, my grandson. Someone said he brings bad luck—"Hannibal interrupted her, "Madam Clare must have really liked her granddaughter's husband. On the day she's being remembered, and he isn't here, she must be a little sad. I think that since Madam Clare has passed away, even if the young people are really busy, they should still find time to say goodbye. We shouldn't leave her with any regrets."Margaret asked, "So you mean nobody in our f
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Hannibal looked at the text message showing the money had arrived, and his eyes squinted with happiness. "Thanks to both of you. If you need my help again, just say the word."Paxton said, "Don't talk about this to anyone."Hannibal replied, "Don't worry. I won't say a word."Paxton said, "You can go now."Hannibal left, jumping and skipping because he was so happy.Paxton looked at Xander. "Your plan really worked, Mr. Zane. Your grandma has already asked your sister to call you to return."Xander said, "I'll go back first. Keep a close eye on Harvey and his wife; we can't let them cause trouble.""Okay," Paxton said, then his eyes shifted behind Xander, and his face changed. "Mr. Zane, your wife is coming..."'Abigail is coming?' Xander shivered a little, and he quickly turned to see Abigail walking toward them."Mr. Zane, I'm going now," Paxton said, hurrying away and leaving Xander alone, in a panic.Xander tried to look calm. "What are you doing down here?"Abigail aske
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Xander grabbed Abigail's hand tightly. "You're not mad at me anymore?"Abigail asked, "Was I ever mad?"Xander replied, "I was worried you were angry."Abigail said, "After our last quarrel, you mentioned we should always talk things out. I remembered that, so I don't just get mad." A while back, during that quarrel, Abigail had said the word "divorce" without thinking. She felt really bad about it later because she knew such a word could hurt a lot.Xander held her hand tighter. "I remember that, too."Upstairs, Esther noticed Abigail was gone again. "Where did Abigail go, Grandma?"Margaret quickly looked around. Not seeing Abigail, she was worried. "Let's find her quickly. What if Abigail does something silly?"Melody said, "Don't worry, Mrs. Zane Senior. I bet Abigail just wanted to see her husband and went downstairs to meet him." Just as Melody finished speaking, Abigail and Xander appeared, holding hands at the front door. Melody looked at Margaret and said, "Speak of the
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Margaret looked upset, and it made Abigail's heart ache to see her that way. "What's wrong, Grandma? Why do you keep saying sorry?"Margaret said, "We never told you before, but your grandma didn't pass away because she suddenly got sick. Someone caused it to happen."Abigail was shocked, and a painful feeling spread quickly inside her. She could not believe what she was hearing. Just when she was feeling confused, she heard Margaret say, "It was my driver Robert who put something bad in our drinking water. This bad thing doesn't harm regular people, but with the medicine for your grandma's sickness, it was really dangerous..." Margaret paused, then said, "I didn't mean to hide the truth from you, Abigail. I was so scared that you might be mad at Xander because of this."Abigail was surprised to learn someone else caused her grandmother's death. She felt so many emotions, especially guilt. But she knew it was not Margaret's or Xander's fault. "Don't blame yourself. It's not your fau
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Abigail did not let Xander speak. "I know you were good to my grandma, and you helped me take care of her so we were happy in Florivera. I know all the good things you do. But why didn't you tell me the truth?"Faced with her question, Xander's eyes behind his silver glasses were full of guilt and panic. "Abigail, do you know what it feels like when you try really hard to reach someone, but you just can't?"Abigail answered, "Yes. When my dad left me after the car accident, and now with Grandma gone too, they were right there, but no matter how hard I tried, I just couldn't reach them.""I feel the same way right now. I'm scared because even though you're beside me, I feel like I can't reach you." Xander pushed up his glasses and suddenly laughed, his laugh deep and low. "I don't even know when you became so important to me. I'm scared to think about living without you. I love you, Abigail, and I'm afraid of losing you. That's why I act so nervous and different when it comes to you.
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Even though Melody and Felix were agitated, Abigail was super calm. "I won't lose my freedom for some mean guy. Do you know anyone who can talk to the person who controls the big screen in North Florivera Central Square? If we can find them, I want this video to play there all day and night. Everyone needs to know I didn't try to take someone else's husband."Melody sounded really worried. "Are you crazy, Caterpie? If you do this, people will talk about you even more."Abigail just smiled. "I know they will, but I'm not scared. I didn't do anything wrong. Why should I feel bad if I'm the victim?"Seeing how determined Abigail was, Melody quickly looked to Xander. "Please talk to her, Mr. Zane. This is really serious and it's no joke."Xander kept looking at Abigail. He could tell she was really determined. If he could not get her to change her mind, he would help her out. "If you really want to do this, I'll ask Raymond to help. He'll get it done faster than them two trying to figu
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Emma turned and dashed into the bathroom. She cranked the faucet on and splashed water on her face, aiming to soothe her nerves.Although they were engaged, they were still too young, with countless uncertainties looming over their future. The possibility of actually walking down the aisle was up in the air.Decisions made in a rush of happiness could eventually become sources of regret. And Emma knew all too well that she couldn't afford any regrets.She thought that fortunately, Ron hadn't pushed things further, which gave her time to cool off.After freshening up, Emma stepped out to find Ron on the balcony, a cigarette in hand.She couldn't resist chiding him, "I've told you to cut down on smoking. Why can't you seem to remember?"This time, Ron complied, snuffing out the cigarette. "We should get some sleep. We've got to put our best foot forward when we meet your family tomorrow.""Okay, I'll sleep on the couch. You take the bed," Emma responded.Ron simply replied, "As y
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Ron looked at her dawdling pace with disdain. "If you, a lady, can handle it, why can't I, a grown man, stay?"His words sounded noble, but Ron regretted them the moment they arrived at the hotel.Despite now earning a decent income, Emma was still reluctant to spend money.This place was hardly a hotel; it was clearly a budget inn charging only a few dozen bucks a night. The hygiene was questionable at best, and safety seemed like a gamble.Ron turned on his heel, dragging her suitcase behind him. "We're leaving, now.""It's too late, and we can't get a refund for the room.""Are you trying to get us killed?"Emma fell silent, her thoughts a whirlwind of frustration. 'I told him he wouldn't be used to cheap places. He insisted on coming with me, and now he won't even let me stay here alone. Why is he so annoying?'However, considering Ron had rushed over in the middle of the night to help her, Emma decided not to hold it against him.Ron picked the best hotel in the area—the
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Rebekah glanced over at Ron; she exchanged a knowing look with him before saying, "I'll have someone tidy up the rooms. Why don't you two stay here tonight and keep me company?"Ron replied simply, "Sure."Emma had purchased a midnight flight back to South Florivera, necessitating a rush to the airport, which made staying over after dinner impossible.Yet, she found herself at a loss for words, struggling to decline Rebekah's kind offer.As she hesitated, Ron stepped in to clear the air. "Mom, I've got something on tonight. After dinner, I'll drive Emma back to her dorm."Rebekah raised an eyebrow. "What's so important?" she wondered aloud, thinking, 'Wasn't he the one insisting Emma stay over? What's he up to now?'Ron kept it mysterious. "Life stuff."Rebekah could not help but chide him lightly, "You, always the joker."Right after dinner, Ron insisted on leaving to take Emma back to her dormitory. But as soon as they were out of the gated community, he asked, "So, you reall
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Ron chuckled. "I didn't know you were aware that even a cornered rat will fight."Emma shot him a glare. "Are we going or not?"Ron quickly said, "Of course. When Miss Blue commands, how can I dare not obey?"Fearing another of his notorious driving escapades, Emma hastily buckled her seatbelt as she settled into the car.Thankfully, this time Ron kept it smooth, driving steadily.As they neared their destination, Ron finally spoke up, "You know, that Tucker guy is a married man. Don't let his kindness fool you into being the other woman."Emma's gaze on Ron was fiery, seething with anger. "Do you even hear yourself? Is that what you think of me? For the last time: Tucker and I share nothing more than a mentor-mentee relationship. There's nothing else between us.""I'm just looking out for you, worried you might get deceived," Ron said, witnessing Emma's fury for the first time. Yet, he could not help but find her anger not at all intimidating, but rather endearingly foolish.R
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The two sisters had a pact: no cell phones at home to keep their secrets from the prying eyes of the Blue family. Thus, Emma could call only at prearranged times, the sole window for Rihanna to catch up.Rihanna's voice bubbled with excitement over the phone, as she chattered away about her life's minutiae.Knowing Rihanna was doing well eased Emma's mind.Just as Emma was about to end the call, she heard Rihanna's voice, soft and wistful. "You're really not coming home for the holidays? If you don't, I'll be all alone."Emma's heart clenched at those words, and she made up her mind in an instant. "I'll come back the day before New Year's Eve."The Blue family had their hands full with festivities that day, too busy to notice Rihanna's absence. Emma figured slipping back unnoticed then would be her best shot.After hanging up, Emma immediately booked a flight from Valtara to South Florivera. With her ticket secured and her last bit of work finished, Emma prepared to leave her off
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Emma had no interest in romance, let alone the audacity to dream that Ron might fancy her.This time, she did not pick up the thread of conversation.After dinner, Ron, as usual, drove Emma back to the university.Before parting, Ron said, "Winter break is almost upon us, and the dorms might be off-limits. Are you sure you don't want to stay at my place for a couple of months?"Emma offered a smile in response. "Thanks for the offer. I've spoken with the dorm supervisor and submitted an application in advance. I'll be able to stay over the holiday period."Ron paused before saying, "Well, if you need anything, just let me know. I'll text you my number in a bit; make sure you save it."Emma nodded. "Sure."Without further ado, Ron drove off.Upon returning to her dorm, Emma saw Evelyn and Cassie, busy packing their bags, surrounded by gifts for their parents bought from Valtara.Evelyn asked Emma, "Are you really not going home for the winter break?"Emma replied, "No, I won't
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Emma did not have the guts to risk failure because she did not have a safe haven to fall back on.Lucas kicked Ron in the shin. "Come on, if you fancy her, out with it. No Hagrid heir dithers like this."Ron glared at him. "Mind your own business." In his head, Emma was already his. The thought of losing her was unimaginable.Lucas said, "Without my meddling, she'd never be yours."Ron changed the subject. "I called you here for a serious discussion."Lucas replied, "No matter how serious, it can't outweigh the matter of your lifetime happiness."Ron was exasperated. "Lucas!"Lucas relented. "Alright, alright, you talk, I'm all ears."Ron spelled out Emma's music venture with Tucker. After hearing it all, Lucas could not help but see Emma in a new light."Never pegged Emma as such a dark horse," Lucas said.Silently listening to their conversation, Emma was thrilled to have her work recognized.Lucas said, "But, getting back to it, whether a song makes money, and how much, d
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Ron barked, "Lucas!"With a chuckle, Lucas responded, "Alright, alright, I'll stop teasing Emma. I'm starving. Let's grab some food and talk business while we eat."Ron snapped, "Get lost!"Lucas could not help but revel in Ron's frustration. "Ron, have you fallen so quickly? Who was it that told me they would never accept an arranged marriage?"Emma was increasingly confused by their banter. "If it's inconvenient for me to be here, I can just take a cab and leave."Ron said, "Call you dumb and you won't admit it!"Emma thought to herself, 'I didn't want to be a third wheel, cramping their style. Was that really so wrong? No good deed goes unpunished, apparently.'Suddenly, Ron grabbed Emma's hand and led her inside. "It's cold out; let's go inside."Emma had to quicken her pace, practically being dragged along.Seeing them together, Lucas laughed heartily from behind. "Ron, oh Ron, never thought I'd see the day.""Don't laugh too soon. Your day is coming," Ron shot back.Th
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Emma said, "Okay."Ron asked, "Have you won over your crush?"Lucas responded, "Secret."Ron replied, "Looks like you haven't won her over."Lucas said, "As long as I make a move, there's no girl I can't win over. But I haven't made a move yet because the timing isn't right."Ron asked, "Is it because of the Sandow family?"Lucas answered, "The Sandow family wants to marry their daughter to me, and my family wants me to marry her too. But I've told them long ago that I'm not willing to do that. Nobody can make me marry a girl I don't like."Emma remained silent. 'I didn't expect that Lucas would also have the same problem as me and Ron.'It seems like the wealthier the family, the more they'll arrange marriages based on social status without considering personal preferences.'Lucas seemed to sense Emma's thoughts. "Emma, my situation with the Sandow girl is different from yours and Ron's. Don't lump us together."Ron looked at Emma and suddenly said, "There isn't any other gi
