Chapter 1307

Pearl was the first to speak. "Chet, it's not like that. Your dad was just joking."

Sean looked uneasy, having been caught in the act. "Yeah, Chet. I was just having some fun with Rick."

At that moment, Chester looked unusually calm, like an adult in a child's body.

Yet, his voice was still young and frightened. "I'm sorry. I accidentally broke the glass. What are you talking about? What joke? I don't get it."

Chester tilted his head, puzzled.

It turned out he hadn't heard their earlier conversation. The other three sighed in relief.

one's upset with you.

to hug Pearl. "Thank you, Miss Pearl.

voice warm with sympathy. "Why would we be mad?

grew quieter. "It's because my mom would hit me with a plank whenever I broke something at home."

him. "It's alright, Chet.

felt a mix of relief and sadness. "Thank you, Miss

buried his face in her arms, vowing silently never to reveal that he knew the truth about their earlier conversation. He didn't want to upset Pearl, especially because

planning to take Chet abroad?" Richard

I don't want to leave Chet here alone, so he'll come with

news. "Yeah, Dad promised to take me abroad to see kangaroos! I've never been abroad. I want to

dipped. "It's too bad Miss Pearl can't come. I was

pregnant. She can't join

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