I Love You, Miss Genius

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."

Bonnie replied, leaving the

failed. Trina's brows furrowed as she said, "It's been forever now. Where's Master Kieran? Did the manager get

the reception desk. The latter was sweating as he looked around, nervous and

is. Do you think he's mistaken?

us with one of her paintings, our family's status will soar inthe high society circle. If that happens, one of the

couple said so, Trina thought she should zip it. "Okay, I'll do as you say,

looked at her gratefully. "You're the

of the corner of her eyes,

"What's wrong, Grandma?" Trina

bewildered. Then, she followed her grandmother's gaze and looked at the hallway. Trina couldn't explain it, but a deep sense of fear rose within her

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