Bonnie noticed Orson's thoughtful expression and knew what was bugging him. She advised, "Don't overthink it. I'll still show you some pointers, even though I can't accept you as my apprentice. Technically, it's the same deal without the title."

Orson agreed, thinking, 'It's crucial to keep all the benefits within the family. It doesn't matter who gets to be Bonnie's apprentice as long as it's me or Kay. Also, Bonnie promised to teach me the art of painting. 'I was worried about going home empty-handed just now, but what I ended up with trumps that.' Orson slowly came to terms with what had transpired. Finally, his smile returned.

"You're right, Master Bonnie. It was all my fault. I should've known to see things from another perspective."

"It's okay. What matters is that you see it now." Bonnie checked the time and said, "It's getting late. Care to join me for dinner?"

Orson nodded. "Of course! It just so happens I have a few questions about painting. We can discuss it over dinner."

replied, leaving the private room

still failed. Trina's brows furrowed as she said, "It's been

at Bailey, who was still sitting at the reception desk. The latter was sweating as he looked around, nervous and

Do you think he's

If she graces us with one of her paintings, our family's status will soar inthe

Trina thought she should zip it.

at her gratefully. "You're the best grandchild anyone could

moment later, the older woman saw something out of the corner of her eyes,

"What's wrong, Grandma?" Trina

hallway. Trina couldn't explain it, but a deep sense of fear rose

"That explains why Bonnie's here. It turns out Master Orson's here,

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