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Chapter 16

Jordyn wasn’t embarrassed or timid about having pushed or insulted Sylvia publicly earlier, and she didn’t care what other kids thought of her.

Yet as Celeste prepared to leave, she found herself reluctant to let go. “Mom…”

“Yes?” Celeste hugged her back, her voice warm. “What is it?”

“I want to

Jordyn suddenly remembered how long it had been since she last had one of Celeste’s home–cooked meals. The thought made her feel a pang of longing.

But before the words left her mouth, she recalled she had plans to watch Wynn’s competition that evening. Her eyes flickered with hesitation, and she let go of Celeste.

“It’s nothing.”

Celeste’s cooking, could wait as she could enjoy it anytime. Watching Wynn’s competition, on the other hand, a rare opportunity.

Without much deliberation, Jordyn made her choice.

“Alright, then. Hurry inside and don’t keep your teacher waiting.”

“Okay.”

was

hold, but before stepping into the classroom, she turned back and added, “Mom, don’t forget to call

nodded with a

Jordyn enter the

moment and watched as Jordyn confidently introduced herself to

Celeste left the school

at her desk with

said. “She’ll be taking over

designer brands from head to toe. She gave Celeste

of scrutiny, she masked it with a bright smile and extended her hand in greeting

her hand politely.

College this June with my master’s degree. Ms. Rodriguez, where

of Naomi’s recent graduation. It suggested she might not have much work experience. Still, Celeste

strengths that made her suitable

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team leader despite her

this thought, Celeste cut her off

meeting shortly. Let’s focus

coquettishly. “Oh, of course! Sorry for getting sidetracked.

Naomi leaned closer and asked in a low voice, “I’ve heard Mr. Fleming is

answered honestly,

even more eager to meet him! But Mr.