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."

cast a shadow over

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murmured, "Grandpa Brandon, I... I've already

desire. Just like

Damn it, was this old man playing games with

complexion soured. She was irate,

looking a bit peaked. Is it that the guy's giving you the cold shoulder? Oh, my dear, there are

She couldn't bear another

He had publicly prodded her to reveal her feelings, then mentioned

throbbed. She wanted out of there, not keen