"This is so delicious," said the girl with messy and slightly damp hair. While chewing, her smile never faded. Her eyes, especially, were fixed on the woman in front of her without any fear at all. Even though the woman had folded her hands across her chest, looking at her disapprovingly, this time, the woman sighed deeply.She picked up the water bottle near her, took a sip to dispel the irritation that had been building up because of the little girl."I've told you to go home.""I haven't eaten yet, Mom," the girl replied with a mouthful. She tried to chew quickly and wiped her mouth, which might still have some sauce on it. "I told you, right?""You can eat at home, can't you?""No one's cooking at home." Once again, she took a big spoonful of rice. "I haven't eaten since morning. There's nothing delicious at school either."God! This kid is so talkative! Doesn't she know how dangerous it is not to get enough sugar intake? Seira wanted to

Last night, he couldn't vent his anger because when returned, the person he wanted to confront was sound asleep. Curled up under her favorite Minnie Mouse patterned blanket. He couldn't bear to wake her. Besides, the girl had just returned from who knows where. He wanted to scold Parjo, the person he trusted to look after this child, but he was already fast asleep too.Maybe it was because she came back too late last night?Well, it doesn't matter now. What matters is that this morning, he woke up much earlier than both Naina and Parjo. Just look at the two of them! Nathaniel wasn't a patient person when it came to dealing with anger, especially when it came to Naina skipping school for three days.Oh my, Lord! Naina was about to graduate from elementary school. Why would she act up like this? That's not to mention the reports about her declining grades. Nathan felt like he was about to lose his mind dealing with a child like this!Wait! Naina..."

Seira sighed repeatedly. Her hand gestured sharply towards the girl sitting in front of her. She had to admit the girl looked much paler than last night. Well, Seira could guess that she would fall sick eventually. When she left, the girl was already half-soaked. Not to mention, she was furious after being kicked out. So, her clothes were even wetter now."I don't want to take medicine. Just hug me, Mom," the girl pleaded while reaching out her hand. "Plus, I haven't had breakfast yet. My head hurts so much I've been trying to get up since earlier."Seira sighed."Don't you want to hug me, Mom?""I'm not your mom," Seira replied quickly. But seeing the thin hand still reaching out to her, and Naina's pleading eyes, Seira gave in. She let out a heavy breath that made her move closer. She sat on the edge of the girl's big bed.Naina was overjoyed!Although her headache had left her powerless, seeing Seira here and feeling the warm hand was all

Olive fell silent."Why are you quiet, Bee? What's up?" Thomas asked, his eyes filled with confusion.She had been talking at length about what she wanted to convey, and now it seemed to be postponed? Although it was delayed due to something enjoyable, she couldn't help but wonder if her words warranted a response of silence. Did it sound strange?Oh, not at all. Thomas had explained everything very well."Just thinking," Olive replied softly. She seemed to be gently stroking her chin. The road ahead was clear of any traffic. Taking the outer city toll road was a good option. Thomas was driving carefully; he was not a reckless driver, which relieved Olive.Speaking of getting carried away, Olive had been feeling quite helpless this morning.Her gentle demeanor, her touch that made her feel like she was floating up to the seventh heaven, and even when it got a little wild, Olive didn't mind at all. She was indulged and sa

"Hello, Miss Dena," Alex greeted with a wide grin. When else, right, could you have a friendly chat with a Seira Denaswari? A very rare opportunity because the red-haired woman rarely left her room. Usually, she was the one delivering drinks to the room where Seira usually entertained her guests.Seira just smiled faintly, taking a seat in one of the corners of the bar, which was also Alex's workplace. She brushed her hair aside, and her styling wasn't as extravagant as usual. Tonight, she was somewhat relaxed because, in a little while, she would be leaving this place. She would definitely miss the part where she spent many nights here. Complete with the beautiful shimmering lights and the music that made her heart beat faster than usual. A faint grin appeared uncontrollably."Margarita?" Alex offered. His hands were busy with bottles and jars, as well as several cocktail napkins that were intentionally prepared to be taken to the tables around the dance floor.