My Pretty Sweetheart (Arianna)

"That's true. There won't be winners in life if no risks are taken." I pursed my lips then smiled at Freya, indicating that she didn't have to worry about me. "Don't worry. I understand. I merely need some time to readjust myself. By the way, how's Anne?"

Anne was capable and steady. With Hendrix looking after her, I wasn't too worried about her.

Freya's expression looked a little strange when I brought up Anne. "What could have happened to her? She's fine. She's excelling in everything that she's doing. As her godmother, I feel ashamed that I can't compare to her."

Her tone was cold. As she spoke, she retracted her hand, crossed her hands in front of her, and looked elsewhere.

"Are you angry with Anne?" I didn't beat around the bush since we were long-time friends.

Freya lowered her eyes and did not deny it. However, she still took into account some affections she had for Anne and covered up for her. "Not really. We just argued because our views on some things were different. Our age gap is so big, so it's inevitable if there are some misunderstandings between us. She wants things to be fast, but I want it to be steady. How can we be in the same boat?"

These words were valid, and she did not mean to demean Anne. However, Freya was still as softhearted as ever.

No matter what, she was the one who had watched Anne grow up. I believed that she would not harm Anne.

hit Freya's sore spot, so I could only let the matter slide for

I met Anne at

friendlier when they were smiling. The whole atmosphere in

why are you so free to come and see me

Anne from that

that we would not get along well with each other because of her decision. I didn't expect her to

excuse. "I just happened to pass by and decided to drop by. We've not met up for a long time. Aurelia and the rest miss you. Do you have time to

We then went to the largest shopping

pushed the trolley cart and walked at the same pace next to me. Sometimes, she

cut of vegetables. Sometimes, she would leave

around leisurely. I felt that it was about the right time, so I pretended to bring Freya inadvertently. "I heard from Aunt Freya that the club's business is doing well recently. Have you found a new plan

cash and modal in hand. Aunt Freya wanted

money."