Chapter 136

Jocelyn and Ursula had decided on the rural school where they planned to teach as volunteers. They were just waiting for the winter break

Melvin hadn’t shown up lately, while Jocelyn was too busy with finals to think about anyone else.

After the last mock exam, Preston caught up with Jocelyn in the hallway. “Hey, Jocelyn,” he said with a solemn look, “I won’t be around

next semester”

Transferring? Jocelyn replied, a note of surprise in her voice.

“Yeah.”

“To another city, or just a different school in Yanova City?”

Im heading abroad” Preston’s tone was matter-of-fact. “Mom’s taking me.”

Jocelyn nodded. “Sounds exciting”

“It was cool knowing you Preston tried to sound grown-up. “Would’ve been better if we became family”

Hearing this, Jocelyn didn’t get angry anymore. She just smiled Family is all about fate.”

Preston nodded, agreeing. About my uncle don’t worry, Im not here to persuade you to make up with him. I just mean, if he’s really not worth it, then forget him. Find someone worthy of your love That’s my mom’s advice, too.”

Jocelyn’s heart sank, but she accepted the counsel. “Don’t worry I will”

you

feel like

After finals, Jocelyn packed her suitcase quickly, waiting for the graded papers to be returned so she and Ursula could head to the rural school to teach.

The night before they were set to leave, Yasmine asked Jocelyn out for dinner

would be leaving tomorrow. It seemed right to meet up one last time, as there was no telling when they’d see each

a student, Jocelyn agreed. Besides, Yasmine

parka and took a cab to the cozy little farm-to-table

waiting by the entrance when she arrived.

great manners, Jocelyn thought. Despite his rocky start, he was a quick learner and his grades reflected his willingness to put in the effort

Preston called out.

waiting outside? Aren’t you

patted his chest “Built tough. I’m good.”

Jocelyn chuckled

she found Yasmine had reserved a private room for them. The greeting was warm, like meeting an old friend After ordering. Yasmine offered Jocelyn a

bonding in a way that made Jocelyn feel

gave Preston some parting advice about getting along at his new school and not butting heads with others. Preston nodded, then joked, “You’re more of a mom to me than my own.

gave her son a playful swat on the head ‘Watch your words, kid. This

in school I actually listen to, Preston quipped, fixing his hair after Yasmine’s ruffle. “Mom, how many times have I told you not to mess

do? Yasmine teased, reaching out

laugh, but then his gaze fixed

drew everyone’s

the fully geared-up Willow beside him

protectively. Her disdain

approached them. “What are

bravado. He cast a disdainful glance at Willow

“Watch your

dislike

her face, though her

clear Jocelyn had a way of winning over even those who disliked her most.

face hardened “Apologize to Willow.”

scoffed, turning

apologize now!”

been told to stay away from certain people, but you never listen. Look

palpable, and Jocelyn felt it was time to

said as she pulled out her phone. “Yasmine, thanks

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