Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

"Grandpa Brandon, you're too kind, really. I've got a closet bursting at the seams with outfits - I can't possibly wear them all in one summer, even if I switched up daily."

Brandon pondered for a moment before saying, "I heard you're fond of Gideon's artwork. How about I get you a few more pieces?"

Josefina sighed. "Really, Grandpa Brandon, it's not necessary."

If Brandon placed the order, Josefina had to pick up her brush. She thought, "Give me a break, please."

Calix, fearing Brandon would hijack his role as the art benefactor, quickly said, "Grandpa Brandon, my sister loves the paintings I pick out for her. If you take this joy from me, what am I left with? It's hard enough as it is."

Brandon chuckled, "Calix, my boy, I won't steal your job, okay?"

"Thanks, Grandpa Brandon. You're the best."

laughter and warmth cast a shadow over

Lena. "Lena, you're not getting any younger.

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murmured, "Grandpa Brandon, I... I've already got someone in

desire. Just like Oliver there, chasing after Josie with all he's got!" Oliver affirmed, "I'll do my

Damn it, was this

complexion soured. She was irate, ready to

appeared oblivious to her mood and went on, "Lena, you're looking a bit peaked. Is it that the guy's giving you

bear it any longer! She couldn't bear another word

performance for her benefit. He had publicly prodded her to reveal her

She wanted out of there, not