Chapter 87 A Gift
Chapter 87 A Gift
Nadine growled through clenched teeth, seething with frustration.
Tiffany tiptoed up beside her, eyes glinting with mischief.
“Ms. Ember, your previous plans were a bit … intense. Since she ruined your day, why not just give her a little trouble?”
She spoke in a hushed, mysterious tone.
Nadine frowned in confusion. “What do you mean?”
Tiffany leaned in and whispered a plan into her ear.
A wicked smile slowly spread across Nadine’s face, her eyes flashing with malice. “You’re a sneaky devil, Tiffany.”
Though her words were harsh, her gaze held genuine approval.
It’s nothing serious, just a little scare to put her in her place.
“At worst, she might get fined–and no one could trace it back to you.”
Tiffany grinned and began massaging Nadine’s shoulders in a show of flattery.
Nadine smiled in satisfaction.
“A scare, huh? Sure, an adult can handle that. But she has a child with her …”
Now that makes things more interesting. And far less harmless.
Far across the city, Tess suddenly felt a strange heat rising in her ears.
She rubbed them with a puzzled look.
Someone must be bad–mouthing me somewhere.
Just then, Layla began to squirm and fuss in her arms.
Having just finished her bottle, she was now full of at Tess‘ fingers.
ergy and curiosity, waving her tiny arms in the air and tugging playfully
At that moment, Edith walked over, wiping sweat from her brow.
Tess‘ eyes lit up. “You’re done with work?”
“That’s right, Edith replied cheerfully. “The weather’s been so nice lately–it’s perfect for the rental season. This neighborhood’s got a great location, and lots of young folks have been coming by to check it out. Most of the units are already taken.”
Tess nodded as if she understood and kindly handed her a tissue.
Edith chuckled and took it with a smile, her gaze growing even warmer. She then turned her attention to Layla, who was
restless.
“Little one’s quite lively, isn’t she?”
She leaned in, then laughed knowingly. “Babies this age are always full of energy. She’s probably bored. There’s a great park nearby–lots of moms go there with their kids. You should take her sometime. You might even meet some fellow moms and share parenting tips.”
Tess glanced down at Layla.
The baby smiled back at her while blinking, melting her heart.
10:30 AM
Moments like this are so peaceful, so full of warmth.
If Grandma were still alive, would she have doted on Layla just like Edith did?
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