Divorce Time 272

Chapter 272

They had known about this for quite some time.

Yet when Leah mentioned it, Rhoda couldn't help but laugh with genuine delight.

Vesta, on the other hand, remained engrossed in her book, her face betraying no emotion.

Maureen was much the same.

It seemed as though Charlene was no longer worth their concern.

Sensing Leah's desire to continue, Maureen spoke calmly, "Leah, your cousin is studying. Let's not disturb her."

"Oh..."

Leah observed her cousin Vesta's intense focus and remarked, "Didn't the teacher arrive this morning? It's past five in the evening now, and she's still studying. Just watching her makes me feel tired. Aren't you exhausted, cousin?" Rhoda chimed in, "Of course, she's tired. But your cousin is destined for great things. I've always told you to learn from her, but you never listen."

added, "But Vesta, while hard work is important, you should take a break.

Vesta replied, "No need, Thorne and I have dinner plans. I'll just read a bit more

revising her paper at the Ross family home. Once she was sure it was perfect,

standing at the door in the chilly winter air, apparently waiting

she could finish, the sound of a car pulling up interrupted

reached the door, she saw a vehicle drive into the courtyard. Jasmine quickly hopped out,

eyes twinkled with joy as she bent down to embrace

Jasmine intended to run to Charlene, but seeing Helena's open arms, she

asked, "Have you eaten yet?

with Dad, so I'm not hungry," Jasmine replied, stepping out of Helena's embrace and tiptoeing over to Charlene, "Mom, carry me!" Charlene bent down to pick her up, maintaining her smile even as the faint scent of perfume

hadn't personally brought

the car door open, so the driver stepped out to close it, nodding a greeting at Charlene and

day, Jasmine didn't stay up long. After a bath, she

then

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