Jasmine's eyes turned bloodshot as her body trembled violently. She glared angrily at Joyce as if her eyes could spew venom.

When she saw the change in Jasmine's expression, Natalie stopped laughing and put on a serious expression. “That's enough Joyce, let's not waste any more time with her. After all, she is now a cripple. In case she sets us up, there's no way we can wash our hands of it.”

“You're absolutely right. In that case, let's stay away from her.” Just as she spoke, Joyce backed off at once.

Natalie didn't know whether to laugh or to cry. “Fine, let's go and see Mr. Horner now and pass the things to him.”

“Mmm-hmm.” Joyce nodded. Sidestepping Jasmine, she followed Natalie into Mr. Horner's office.

As Jasmine stared coldly at the closed door of the office, she swore to herself. I will never forgive those two!

Just you wait, I will pay you back for today's humiliation ten times over.

With that, she left.

Before she was gone long, Natalie and Joyce came out of the office after handing over the things Joyce had brought.

to the hospital

the children with you. I still don't know how long more the competition will go on. Hence, I don't feel secure having them stay here. After all, Jasmine is also here and may do

shoulder. “Alright, don't worry too much. I'll take them with

room. Follow me.”

the sight

and Joyce each hugged one

in Natalie's embrace, Connor asked,

let Aunt Joyce take you with her.” Natalie pointed at

there's no one to look

Both Connor and Sharon nodded

they preferred to stay with Natalie,

out a guilty sigh. “Don't worry. Once the competition is over,

know, Mommy,” the children replied

toward Joyce. “Joyce, thanks for watching over them. I'll need to return to the conference room as the competition is still

Joyce shooed her

her, Natalie tousled the children's heads

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