Divorce Time

Chapter 29

Sweet–faced and adorable, Sally’s looks made everyone want to hug and kiss her on sight. She was far from unattractive or repulsive. Growing up, she always gained compliments.

So, when she heard someone say something so hurtful for the first time, Sally burst into tears, clinging tighter to Charlene.

Caught in a comforting embrace, Charlene reassured her, “Oh, Sally, you’re not disgusting. You’re beautiful and charming. Don’t you see that yourself?”

Upon hearing that, Sally’s mood lifted. She hadn’t responded when Jasmine felt her eyes well up with tears after noticing Charlene still holding Sally and praising her. “You…I, I don’t like you anymore. I don’t want you to be my mom!”

With that, Jasmine attempted to run away, but Charlene quickly pulled her back.

Charlene was caught off guard by the harsh words. Although she was upset, she didn’t want to scold Jasmine in public and embarrass

her.

kissed her and said softly, “Let’s not be angry

her heart filled with more grievance.

was jealous. It was funny to her. Jasmine acted like she didn’t want Charlene as her mom, but seeing someone else getting her affection was unbearable.

but kissed Jasmine again to soothe her,

moment, Jasmine pushed Sally out of

have the same possessiveness

think you’re cool, and that’s wonderful. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Some might love a fierce, tomboyish charm, while others prefer sweetness and gentleness. You can’t insult others because their taste differs

bright. What might confuse other

couldn’t bear

handkerchief. “Making mistakes is okay as long as

and she nodded and sniffled,

this is Minnie, my

her over, and she nodded obediently, “Sure, I can forgive her.” “Thank you, Sally,” Charlene said with