“Come a bit earlier tomorrow, so we can continue with the fitting. I’ll have someone deliver more outfits tailored to your size in the afternoon,” Catherine said cheerfully.

Estelle’s heart tightened. She had been planning to ask for the day off!

Jonathan held her hand with a touch of helplessness. “Mom, why don’t you take Norah for the fitting? If you keep this up, Ella will be too scared to come over!”

“It’s fine if she doesn’t try them on. Just take everything back with you for Estelle,” Catherine conceded, stepping back. After all, as long as Estelle wore the clothes she bought, that was enough.

Amidst the laughter and chit-chat, Geoffrey descended from the upstairs, his warm smile breaking out. “Estelle!”

“Mr. Lamont!” Estelle turned with a smile.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries with Geoffrey, Estelle made her excuses to leave.

She drove Jonathan’s car straight to the barbecue joint.

At this hour, the place was bustling, filled with a clamor of voices, laughter, and the steam of sizzling grills.

“Ms. Macclain!” Damian greeted her enthusiastically as he spotted Estelle.

“Where’s Mr. Flemmings?” she inquired.

out in the back. I’ll take you to

you’re busy. I’ll find him myself!” Estelle made her way through the crowded

kitchen was a flurry of activity, and Zachary greeted her with

rolled up her sleeves. “Need a hand

clean and approached, speaking in an even tone, “Everything’s under control.

tree were scattered and the once lush roses had withered, creating a scene

settled into a chair, and Zachary rushed over

“Not yet,” Estelle replied.

up a couple of dishes!” Xavier called

Zachary spun on his heel and dashed

a hot cup of tea for Estelle.

film set is wrapping up soon. I’ll have

got her

did you need to see me

at her squarely. “Have you heard from

cooling. “Gab made it clear that we should stop looking for him. There’s no

be able to reach him, but these last two months, all my messages have gone unanswered. If you

anything, and I

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