Christine took a long breath before she finally came to terms with the news, "You know what I say, it's all about the silver lining. You've had your share of tough times, and now even the universe seems to be making it up to you."

"Fingers crossed!"

I let out a sigh, "Dr. Thompson's assistant also texted me, Grandma's recovering faster than we expected. She might be ready to leave the hospital in a couple of days."

"Isn't that great? Why do you sound so unenthusiastic?"

"It's just... too much good news all at once."

I cracked a smile. "Makes me worry if it's too good to be true."

I suppose I've never been the optimist.

Growing up, I was used to not having much. Now that things are looking up, I can't help but feel anxious about it.

Christine, on the other hand, has always had a better outlook than me. She poked my forehead, "No use worrying about things that haven't happened yet." "You're right."

I nodded, agreeing that I should adjust my attitude. But the unease in my heart didn't fade away.

Luckily, Ivy came to pick me up not long after, successfully distracting me.

Christine was about to make me over when Ivy laughed, "It's still early, no need to fuss. Your mom arranged for a stylist to come to Cloud Villas this afternoon to get you ready." I was startled, "That sounds... really unnecessary."

just a regular day for your mom. So,

I just gratefully said,

invited her to Cloud Villas

quickly declined.

her, thinking she was just being shy,

I wouldn't miss it for the

to go with

prominent name in Maplewood, and Derek Richards would definitely be on the

question, pushing me out the door, "Stop

the way to Cloud Villas, I noticed my last message to Gregory was still from last night. I couldn't resist texting him. "Did you have breakfast? How's

No reply.

was about to call him when

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patent, holder, demanding an immediate halt. This chip was a major investment for Johnson. Enterprises,

timing was too coincidental, hitting right as

heart sank, and I stopped myself

focus on resolving these

distraction, "Jane, is it

I clenched my hands.

at Johnson Enterprises, and this could

suggested, "Have you

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