Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Josefina had spent a radiant day at the Baldwin estate, marveling at the stretch of blooming gardens and feeding the fish. She and Oliver had also engaged in a lively two-hour badminton match. Sweaty from the exertion, Josefina took a refreshing shower and slipped into a pale pink dress that seemed almost to blush with her youth. The soft hue complemented her delicate features, making her appear even more radiant than the fabric itself.

The two sat down for lunch, side by side, at a rectangular table. Josefina took the seat facing south while Oliver settled beside her, closing the distance between them.

In the midst of their meal, Bennett descended the staircase.

"Bennett," Oliver inquired, "what's up?"

"The guard at the gate informed me that Miss Shay Baldwin has arrived," Bennett announced.

A shadow fell across Oliver's face, his displeasure at the visitor evident.

looks between Oliver and Bennett. Shay?

instructed, "Grandfather is resting and will not

message personally,"

Her attire was speckled with rain, and her demeanor was one of forlorn vulnerability. With a beaming smile,

responded with a grin. "Miss Shay, you

on, "I apologize, but Mr. Brandon is indisposed and cannot entertain guests. I

quickly recovered with a smile. "No worries, I'll visit Grandfather another

a gift bag, "This is for you, Bennett - a token of my appreciation. It's a health supplement. It's good

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the encounter. Brandon's face broke into a knowing smile, his phone screen displaying the surveillance footage of the gate. "That girl knows I won't see her, and her gift was only meant for

daughter and has always longed to be embraced by the Baldwin circle." However, the Baldwin's circle was not one easily penetrated, especially not by outsiders like her and