Divorce Time

Chapter 285

Given the current situation, it’s likely that Jasmine will be spending New Year with the Henderson family.

Helena felt a twinge of sadness at the thought of Jasmine being away and also felt sorry for Charlene.

Charlene, however, remained composed and reassured Helena, saying, “Grandma, I’m alright. As long as Minnie is happy, that’s what matters.”

Helena suspected Charlene was just putting on a brave face to keep her from worrying.

With a quiet sigh, Helena decided not to press the matter further

After breakfast, Charlene and Maisie headed out to do some last–minute New Year shopping.

The shopping district was decked out with festive lights, and familiar carols filled the air, creating a strong holiday spirit.

Maisie and the others had already done a round of shopping, so this trip was more about tying up loose ends.

Children on the street were already donning festive sweaters and holding adorable little Santa lanterns.

Charlene paused, watching a little girl skipping along the street. It reminded her of the New Year outfits she used to buy for Jasmine before she left with Thorne overseas.

Jasmine used to adore those outfits and the little lanterns.

could spend hours playing with

was two years

left, she spent one New Year abroad with Thorne.

she returned home. But she no longer took joy in these festive

force her. She tried picking out different things, but

matter of taste, but eventually realized Jasmine simply didn’t want to wear anything she

off the memories and caught up

secretly messaged her, asking her to pick up some fireworks for New Year’s Eve so they could set

read the message, smiled,

he was rarely at Starfall, even during

him, she always went back to Henderson Mansion with

seven years since she last celebrated New Year at the Ross family

home.

away, ready to

Stewart calling.

lot of fancy fireworks and offered

ceremony and said,

of it, Stewart was planning to send plenty, so she decided not to

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