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

just admit she disliked school. After a moment's thought, she said, "If I

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

gentle as if he was soothing a child. Fiona knew she couldn't stall any longer and reluctantly agreed. As they left, she waved goodbye to

teachers at school, wary of the Woods family's power, didn't dare

how low his reputation had

...

to school. She sat quietly,

through

tuft of hair

couldn't help but