Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Chapter 1355

The woman was so charmed by those few words, she practically wanted to take her home right then and there. But when she caught a glimpse of Fiona's youthful face, she hesitated and pulled Jackson aside. "What's the deal here? She looks so innocent, what have you done to her? And why bring her home?"

Jackson, feeling a bit cornered, rubbed the bridge of his nose. "I haven't done anything."

"Really? Nothing at all? You're not pulling my leg?"

She pointed at him, eyebrows raised in disbelief. "If you haven't done anything, what do you see her as?"

Jackson mulled over the question, his eyes drifting to Fiona. Seeing her frail, slender frame, he realized he shouldn't entertain any other notions about her. He shook his head. "She's like a sister to me." Though it seemed he was talking to her, it was more a reminder to himself. Fiona had been listening all along, but with Jackson being so sharp, she couldn't make it too obvious. So, she just caught bits and pieces. Once they wrapped up their chat, Jackson turned to her and said, "After breakfast, I'll take you to school."

The mention of school made Fiona's heart sink. She pulled Jackson aside, away from his sister, and with a hint of playfulness, asked, "Big brother, can I skip school today?"

away. He chuckled softly and asked,

disliked school. After a moment's thought, she said, "If I go, I won't

Jackson knew she was just playing along, the words brought a smile to his face. But he kept his demeanor in check, clearing his throat lightly. "No can do." Then he added, "But I'll pick you up after school for

knew she couldn't stall any longer and reluctantly agreed. As they left, she waved

girl. Maybe the teachers at school, wary of the Woods family's power, didn't

low his reputation had sunk

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to school. She sat quietly, her mood as low as

her through the

tuft of hair sticking up

Jackson couldn't