Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

The headlights shone brightly as Brandon's face lit up with joy. The car pulled up to the front door, and Josefina had arrived at Brandon's home.

Oliver stepped out of the car, gallantly opening the door for Josefina to emerge. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Brandon watched Josefina exit the car with a smile that crinkled his eyes, a look of tender affection.

Whenever Josefina appeared, Brandon's whole demeanor transformed. It was clear Brandon had a soft spot for Josefina. He was hopeful she'd soon marry into the Baldwin family and become his cherished granddaughter-in-law.

"Grandpa Brandon," Josefina greeted him politely.

Brandon nodded with a beaming smile. "Josie, my girl, come on in. The barbecue is almost ready."

Josefina returned the smile and walked inside alongside Brandon. As for Oliver, he trailed behind them. There were moments Oliver thought Josefina was Brandon's biological granddaughter and he himself was the one who was adopted into the Baldwin family.

Following inside to the living room, Oliver saw the table brimming with all sorts of barbecued delights.

The chef was grilling in the garden, and the staff brought the food inside as soon as it was ready, all for Josefina's convenience, as stting outside would have been too hot.

try this," Brandon said. "I

skewer and, honestly, it was delicious. Her eyes sparkled as

it? Then come by more often. The house hasn't been

he want than to see his family happy around him? Having Josefina around meant Oliver would come over more often for meals,

a bite without showing the

"Josie, you and Oliver enjoy. I need to take my medicine.

a knowing look, and in a second, Bennett caught on. The two of them left, giving Oliver and Josefina space to enjoy the barbecue without feeling like a third wheel. Oliver's lips curved into a slight, graceful smile.

a bit of barbecue sauce at the corner of her mouth. "You should

gently wiped away the sauce from her lip. "Let me pour you some orange juice." He filled a

reassured her, "Don't worry. Grandpa won't be coming

family members were quite the tacticians. "Why don't

already. Plus, barbecue isn't the best for his health. It's better

a more delicate

a small collection of empty skewers. Oliver had indulged quite a bit too. It looked like he'd have to work out a little extra that night. He noticed Josefina's appreciation for his abs, and he knew he had to maintain

go check on Grandpa's health,"

she could ascend the stairs, Brandon came down. "Josie, no need to come up.

onto the couch, extending his arm with a pleasant smile, making it easy for Josefina to check