Yvette’s words carried a reproaching undertone. She then looked at Raine, who stayed silent all this time. “Have you met your fiancé’s mom?”Raine’s hand, which held a spoon full of fish chowder, froze in the air for a second. “His parents passed away. He is the only one left in the family.”“So who will take care of you during your confinement?”“It is too early to talk about that.”“It is not too early, Raine. You guys are engaged, and will marry soon. It is a matter of time to have children. You see, Mark did not even get engaged but married before your engagement. But now Summer is two- month pregnant. You have got to hurry.” Yvette urged with a smile.“You can rush everything, especially this thing.”Raine smiled softly, her expression calm, but she had a reckless mind.She knew very well that Yvette discussed this topic deliberately to agitate her.“You might have a point; you can’t rush to have a baby. Now, I am just waiting for the coming of my grandchild.” Yvette said
Jazz hemmed in embarrassment. “That is all I know.”Summer tried hard not to laugh as she explained, “She is a female pianist from Argentina. She has won the first prize in the Chopin Piano Competition. She is famous and has excellent playing skills and pure passion to match.”Jazz just kept nodding and looked at her expectantly. “So are you going or not?”“Since you have bought the tickets, there is no reason not to go.” She chuckled. “Besides, she is my favorite pianist. Maybe this is her last performance. There is no reason to miss this.”“Great! Eight on Wednesday evening. I will see you then.”“Now go back to sleep. Have a good night.” She patted him on the shoulder. “Oh, don’t forget to do the winter break homework. I will check it when school reopens.”Jazz put his hand to his forehead. “Can you not bring up such a depressing topic at this time?”She laughed and patted him twice again. “Why don’t you finish the homework instead of complaining? How is the French test paper
“Mrs. Valentine, a bowl of noodles, please...”Afterward, Summer’s voice was heard, “You are so wealthy, yet you can’t afford a meal outside?”“Your cooking is still the best for my tastebuds, light and fresh...”“I’m not your personal chef. If you want some, pay up first.”Mark lazed on the sofa and replied, “Haven’t I given you my credit card?”Hearing that, Summer said no word, her movement and expression slightly frozen.She recalled that phone call and his words from that incident.“I can’t use your card. I’ll return it to you in a while; besides, I also have my own income, there is no need to use yours.”She may have made an understatement, but it was truthful and honest.At that moment, Mark frowned. He looked at her gloomily and spewed out a few words, “You keep it…”“Your card has too much credit; I’m afraid that if I ever lose it, I can’t even pay you back with my life, so I would prefer to be at ease.”To be honest, Mark’s money wasn’t something Summer could spend
“Babe, are you asleep?” asked a soft and gentle voice.Feeling annoyed, Raine replied, “Can you not call me that? It makes me feel uncomfortable.”“Alright. Is there anything that you would like? A ring, car, or painting?”Raine’s face turned dark, “What’s wrong now?”“Isn’t your birthday on December 25? Make a wish, and I’ll be your Santa Claus…”Stunned, she did not realize that her birthday was coming so soon.Feeling guilty, she replied gently,“I’m sorry, I am having a bad mood; moreover, I don’t need any present, you take care of yourself in Athana…”Patrick’s voice was heard again via the phone, “Why the bad mood?”“It’s nothing much. I’m tired and need some rest…”“Raine, how about a grand wedding on our big day? You can be the princess and be the center of praise and adoration. Besides, where would you like the wedding to be held? Athana, or Santabaca?”“Patrick, I really want to sleep, it’s 10:00 pm here in Estain.”She was trying to remind him that it was already
Summer blinked, and quickly she answered, “Oatmeal and omelet.”Yvette raised her eyebrows, then ordered the kitchen to prepare the meal.Raine got up. She purposely glanced over Yvette and headed to her room.“Raine, don’t you want some too?”When Yvette’s voice came from the back, Raine smirked but replied, “There’s no need; I’m not hungry.”Thus, only Summer and Yvette were left in the living room.Summer gobbled up the food under Yvette’s stare. She felt that she was not having a meal but undergoing a punishmentRaine came downstairs with a change in clothing. She waved, “Yvette, I’m heading out.”“You’re not feeling well. Should I get the driver?”“It’s alright. I already booked a ride.”While saying that, she had walked out of Valentine mansion.Through the window, Summer could clearly see a taxi waiting at the gate.Of course, Yvette had also seen the taxi. She snorted. The sound she made was so soft that one could miss it if they did not pay attention.However, Sum
On another side.Solomon and Daisy were present. Only Amara was absent.“Where is she?” Summer frowned a little, ‘Her old habit couldn’t have relapsed, could it?’“Ever since we started hanging out, she never returned to the casino.” Daisy was relieved while she said it.She nodded and replied sternly, “You can always remind her that I am sincere with my words so that she will remain careful and not repeat the same mistake.”“Among the Hart family, you are the one she’s most afraid of. You can do whatever you want.” Solomon sighed.Daisy also sighed, “It doesn’t matter who as long it is you whom she’s afraid of. Haven’t you taken your lunch? I’ll prepare pasta.”“Okay, what’s in it?”“Deep fried shrimp pasta.”“I’ll help with peeling and frying the shrimps.”The pasta was cooked, fried with shrimps, and ready to be served in just a short time.While eating, Daisy asked, “Anything happened during your first two months of pregnancy?”“Nothing much, just a bit more appetite fo
Due to his youth, he lacked the stature of a man, yet he looked neat and had calmness beyond his age.He stood out from afar, and Summer easily caught sight of it. He also attracted the awe of passersby. She walked up to him and noticed his freezing hands. Letting out a sigh, she handed him a pair of gloves, “Put them on.”“You kept them?” Jazz responded with a cheerful look.“I made these gloves. Of course, I would have them. Put them on quickly. How long have you waited?”“I just arrived.”From how he looked, Summer could tell that he had waited for quite some time, but she didn’t want to show it.They entered the opera and found their seats in a private box on the first floor.Their view of the stage was unobstructed.The performance began shortly after 8:30 pm. She had a liking for Chopin’s pieces, and today, every performance was Chopin’s famous compositions.The music was full of enthusiasm, without restraint, and expressive.Such wonderful music would have brought en
He stood facing her, bent over slightly, and helped her put on her hat and gloves. He was afraid of her feeling cold.When they arrived back at Valentine mansion, it was already 12:00 am. Surprisingly, Yvette was still awake.She frowned as they entered the mansion. Displeased, she questioned, “Why are you home so late? Where have you been?”Before Summer could reply, Jazz answered, “Mom, Summer was helping me with my French.”Yvette was left speechless. Nevertheless, she uttered, “Next time, tutoring can happen at Valentine mansion. Besides, no more staying out later than 10:00 pm.”“Mom, aren’t you too strict? We’re not kids anymore, is curfew still necessary?” Jazz responded casually.Yvette tapped on his shoulders. She chuckled, “Strict? It’s a rule.”Fortunately, she said no more but went to the bathroom. Summer quickly slipped upstairs at the opportunity.After she had bathed, applied mask, washed her face, and completely washed up, it was almost 1:00 am. Still, he wasn’t