S2 51. Independent Girl

Barbara shook her head firmly. “Sorry, Dad. I’ve made up my mind. I want to explore my own potential.”

Paul gaped wordlessly. His common sense was shaken and his heart still refused to believe it until Barbara grabbed his hand.

“Dad, you don’t need to worry. I will visit you on holidays and weekends, alternating with visiting Mom. Later, when I become a professional, maybe I can also help you with managing the company.”

“Where do you want to live? What work do you do? How do you survive when you never even go to the kitchen?”

“I’ll think about it in more detail later. Now the important thing is let’s meet Mom. We should settle everything so that no one else is

harmed.”

Paul’s eyes narrowed. “What do you want to talk to her? Why do you look so sure that it can make her change?”

“Actually, I’m not sure. But I have to tell Mom and I can’t delay an longer,” Barbara nodded slightly. “Just pray for me, Dad. I ho words won’t be in vain.”

Seeing Paul frown, Barbara tightened her grip. “How is it, Dad? Sh we meet Mom tomorrow?” she whispered slowly.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Paul sighed heavily. “Sorry, Darling. I want to support you, but I have an important agenda

tomorrow.”

“Then, I can handle it alone. I’ll bring the divorce papers to Mom.”

Barbara’s back straightened. Her hand patted her chest, while her eyes sparkled with hope. Paul didn’t have the heart to put it out.

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“After that, you are going home, right?”

Barbara fell silent before nodding slowly. “Yes. There are several things that I need to prepare before living independently. Of course I will come back here.”

Paul looked at Barbara uncertainly. However, after placing both hands on her shoulders, he sighed in resignation. “I didn’t think this moment would come so soon. You’re not a spoiled child anymore, Barbara.”

Barbara bit her lip, holding back a smile. “I can’t always rely on you and Mom. Of course I have to learn to survive.”

Paul nodded. While strengthening Barbara’s shoulders, he

emphasized, “Then go. Don’t let me down. I will die of disappointment if you betray me.”

Dad.”

hope. She couldn’t wait

give me thumbs up and Philip….”

embarrassed front of her father. Her cheeks always blushed every time Philip

***

Louis shifted closer to his sister, “has Auntie

away from the window and shook her head.

other seat. Philip looked focused on

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have you heard anything from Auntie?” Emily

little voice.

didn’t

a

unmoved. His gaze was only glued to

is really upset. He often daydreams,” Louis reported in

shifted so he could nudge the assistant. However, the man still didn’t react. Emily started giggling. Only when Louis waved his hand over

“Yes, Young Master?”

head. His tiny hands were hooked on his waist. “You can’t go on like this, Philip. If Auntie hasn’t

don’t look at Auntie’s face for more th week, your heart

at the teasing. His other hand wave However, before he had time to speak, Louis exclaimed, “Oh, wow! Philip even opened Aunt’s account. He must really miss

Master,” Philip groaned. “Look

his phone into Louis’ hand and pointed at a series of pictures. “There are some new posts.”

taken at their home, the toddler’s eyes widened.

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the captions. “My favorite place in the house. Perfect for relaxing with tea and some

he snorted. “It’s not Auntie, but Grandma! Why is she pretending to be

clasped in front of her chest. “Does Grandma have any evil plans?” She

parents.

“Don’t make such assumption, Little Bee. That’s not good.”

afraid that Aunt’s followers will decrease

eyes suddenly

is right,” Louis muttered, seeming

peacefully. Fighting with Grandma is tiring.” Emily supported her round face with both hands. Her pouting lips add to

cuteness.

laughed again. “If you keep being good kids, Gra will change

up. His back stopped bending.

to try, Louis. We are

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