Hertha forced a laugh and said, "Well then, I'll send my best wishes your way in advance."

Spencer, sensing Emmeline's discontent, quickly took off his apron, took her by the hand, and said, "Let's head back. I'll whip up some spicy chili for you."

Spencer was always so refined and gentle, his considerateness made it hard for anyone to stay mad at him. It was Spencer's refinement, his good nature, and his culinary skills that had drawn Emmeline to him in the first place.

Now, even though she harbored some resentment towards Hertha, Spencer's soothing words melted her anger away.

"Okay," she nodded.

"Hertha, we'll be heading off then," Spencer informed Hertha, and then led Emmeline away.

were out of sight, her smile faded,

Guilt, self-reproach, embarrassment.

someone else's boyfriend as if he was hers

had frequently come over for meals, and it had always been him

these tasks to Spencer without

of friendship, but she had taken his kindness for granted.

on, she would try not to leave the kids at Spencer's place

gummy bear is so sweet, you should try it," Helena said, unwrapping a candy. Her chubby little hands held

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offered the half-eaten gummy bear to Hertha, her beautiful, almond-shaped eyes

the sight of the saliva-coated gummy bear, but the love in Helena's tender gaze was too much to resist. It was as if she

delightful as a silver bell. sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ

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