Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

At Brandon's age, he naturally cherished life more. He had plenty of money to spend, and now, the only gift he could give was money.

Josefina sheepishly pulled out two sleek black credit cards from her purse and said, "My family has already given me a couple of these, Brandon. Oliver has covered my medical expenses. I can't accept your money."

Just as Josefina was declining the offer, Oliver returned. "Grandpa, you should take your card back. Josie is the one I brought back, so if anyone should be giving her a black card, it's me."

Oliver, dressed in a bespoke morning suit, had a mischievous twinkle in his eye that was framed by his unruly locks. His features, as if carved by a master sculptor, were softened by a gentle smile, a departure from his usual stoic demeanor.

Brandon, seeing Oliver so at ease, couldn't help but take a second look. "Josie," hr said with a chuckle, "if you won't take my card, at least accept Oliver's, won't you?"

Josefina sighed. She wouldn't take anyone's card.

being too kind. The money I've received is

nor Oliver would force her to do something she didn't

the couch looking both

it's getting late, I should be heading

came all this way to deliver Grandpa's medication. Let me

out for a meal on my behalf. I've heard your grandfather is returning tomorrow, and he'd be none too pleased if he found out I didn't treat his granddaughter

smile was light and playful, "Is

exaggerated his concern, "Your granddad is one sly fox, surely not as affable as me. If he learns I've neglected you, just you wait,

looking at Brandon's helpless expression, she could

...

atmosphere was somewhat tense. The driver drove diligently, trying to minimize his presence, opting to raise the partition to create

Josefina and Oliver remained, sitting together with Josefina