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

mentioned she and Preston would be leaving tomorrow. It seemed right to meet up

thought and knowing it was a sincere invitation from a

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

was waiting by the entrance when

was a quick learner and his grades reflected his willingness to put in the effort

called

outside? Aren’t you cold?” Jocelyn

“Built

Jocelyn chuckled

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

and bonding in a way that made Jocelyn

advice about getting along at his new school and not butting

a playful swat on the head ‘Watch

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 with

if i do? Yasmine teased, reaching out

with a laugh, but then his gaze

shout drew everyone’s attention

geared-up Willow beside him She met their gazes squarely without flinching

Jocelyn protectively. Her disdain for Melvin was barely concealed.

“What are

at Willow “Uncle, what happened to your taste? You’re hanging out with all kinds of

“Watch your

my mind. Preston retorted, his dislike for Willow

invisible with a musk on her face, though her eyes apparently grew

then glanced at Yasmine. It was clear Jocelyn had a way of winning

hardened “Apologize to Willow.”

scoffed, turning

now!”

told to stay away from certain people, but you never listen. Look at what you’re stuck

and Jocelyn felt it

she pulled out her phone. “Yasmine, thanks for the dinner. If you’re

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