One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 131

Chapter 131

“My sister’s fine. Stop worrying for no reason.” Doris patted Arianna’s back lightly. “She got a job and doesn’t have time to take care of Ari on weekends, so she asked me to watch her.”

“Why aren’t the Webb family taking care of their own kid? Why are they making you do it?” Jimmy chimed in. “If they’re having you do it, they should at least pay you.”

Peyton and Doris both looked at him.

“Why are you two staring at me? I’m just stating the truth. If the Webb family hired a babysitter, they’d have to pay, right?

“So, Doris, you need to make them cover this. Don’t let them take advantage of you. Besides, they have money–it’s not like they can’t afford it.” Jimmy sounded completely reasonable in his own mind.

“Dad, I’m watching my own sister’s kid, not doing a job for the Webb family.” Doris was getting annoyed.

She didn’t want to talk to them about Laura’s marriage situation.

If Peyton found out, she’d just worry more, and if Jimmy knew, he’d start lecturing Laura.

“Yeah, Doris is right. Taking care of your sister’s kid isn’t something you charge for.” Peyton turned to Jimmy. “You only ever think about money. If you’ve got the guts, go talk to the Webb family and ask them to pay up.”

“Peyton, I’m only letting this slide because you’re not in good health, but now you’re turning on me?” Jimmy grumbled. “I’m just saying it’s unfair to Laura and Doris.”

“I know whether it’s fair or not. Dad, maybe worry about yourself first.” Doris‘ last comment made Jimmy purse his lips and fall silent.

“Mom, Dad, you guys get some rest. I’m heading out.” Doris said goodbye to Peyton and Jimmy.

Lola was still waiting for her in the hotel lobby.

“Alright, take care on your way.” Peyton reminded her.

Doris carried Arianna downstairs, where Lola was chatting with a friend from Azure Hotel in the lobby.

“What are you guys talking about?” Doris asked with a smile as she walked over.

“I was trying to convince Lola to come work at our hotel,” the friend said with a sigh, “but she told me you two opened a café and dessert shop together. Losing you both is a big loss for the hotel industry, but knowing you’re making your dreams come true makes me happy for you.”

“Thanks for helping me out today.” Doris expressed her gratitude.

by our shop sometime! Drinks and desserts are on

added. “I’ll even treat you to a

that! I’ll definitely visit.” Kersin laughed.

drove Doris back to Greenlake Hill. The sky had already darkened.

today.” Doris was really grateful for her company–it would’ve been much harder managing Arianna

tilted her head slightly, gazing at Doris. “Doris, after seeing your arrogant, self–important dad

the house by your sister–in–law today, standing there all pitiful, I couldn’t feel

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think they had it coming.

Bet the moment they ran into trouble, they turned to you for help. Talk about knowing which way the wind blows.

way I could be as generous as you, I’d still be holding a

will they realize just how horribly wrong they were. “Doris, you’re not mad at me for

were Doris‘ parents, and no one liked hearing bad things about their own family.

coming from. The truth is, I can’t be that generous either. I’ve held onto my resentment for

I’d ignore them completely. But after my major surgery, after barely surviving,

I realized that as long as she could stay alive and well, that was all that mattered. Her health isn’t what

If it relapses, it’ll get much worse. I don’t want her to have any more setbacks, and I don’t want to regret anything if

gets to be a little biased, then so be it. I just want to fulfill my

reached out and patted her shoulder. “Doris, you’re genuinely a good person.”

Doris‘ eyes sparkled

good people.”

them shared a knowing smile.

by the greenery, watching Lola leave.

turn around, a deep, familiar voice broke through the quiet night,

Lewis said, “Doris.”

Lewis, returning from his walk with

yellow light stretching his shadow long. His sharp features stood out even more in the night, as if countless stars were hidden in the depth

“Have

you

asked him.

at home

to visit Springwood Manor and have dinner