Upon getting into the car, the kids started sharing the things they learned at the academy with their parents. Estella made friends with a very amiable young girl who had just joined the class and had a passion for design. Although the young girl was two years older than Estella, she was a huge fan of Estella’s Snuggly.
“The girl’s name is Yvonne Jenkins. Apart from design, she’s also good at biology, so she told me a lot about biology. She’s polite and humble, unlike the other girls at the academy. Could I invite her over to our house in the future?” Estella’s eyes were filled with anticipation when she glanced at her parents.
Roxanne immediately nodded and smiled. “Of course! Since she’s a good friend, you ought to offer her your best hospitality. Perhaps you could learn to make a dish or a dessert to welcome her.”
“Sure! Teach me, Mommy! I’ll try my best to learn!” Estella agreed gleefully. Meanwhile, Archie and Benny were talking to Lucian about the lessons they learned in history class. When they were discussing historical events and figures, Lucian took the opportunity to help the kids improve their understanding of the topics in question.
Needless to say, the blissful atmosphere in the car filled Roxanne’s heart with warmth. As soon as they arrived at the manor, the kids’ grandparents quickly went to see them.
Elias was excited to play a game of chess with Archie and Benny, while Sonya was eager to help Estella tailor a dress. Estella had promised Sonya she would tailor a unique dress for Sonya, and Sonya was stoked.
Over at the hospital, Jonathan had made it a habit to fetch Madilyn off work every day. He had brought Madilyn and Lorraine to all the tourist spots around Horington, and they were planning further road trips.
Unfortunately, Madilyn had to return to her post. Madilyn’s recent looks had changed a lot, and she seemed to have become a younger and more lively version of her former self.
Upon packing her belongings, she left her office and bumped into two female doctors coming from the opposite direction. Naturally, she greeted them. “Dr. Xander, I saw Mr. Queen waiting for you downstairs. I envy you so much!”
“You’re so lucky, Dr. Xander. You first treated Mr. Queen’s gastric, and he eventually became your boyfriend! When will I ever experience such good luck?”
Madilyn’s heart raced, and she was blushing when she heard what the doctors said. She then quickly waved dismissively and said, “You guys have gotten it wrong! Mr. Queen and I are just friends.”
Despite saying those words, Madilyn was overjoyed within. “Just admit it, Dr. Xander! Maybe Mr. Queen isn’t an expressive man, so you should take the initiative to confess your feelings! We’re all adults here, so there’s nothing to be ashamed of!”
“That’s right! Everyone can see how much Mr. Queen cares about you. Didn’t he send you a box of peaches a few days ago? It’s not the peach season now, so he must’ve gone through hoops to get those peaches.”
Madilyn was overjoyed when she heard her colleagues teasing her. She then smiled and silently admitted to the wonderful relationship she had had with Jonathan.
To avoid letting Jonathan wait for too long. Madilyn bade the doctors farewell and hurried into the elevator. A thought flashed across Madilyn’s mind when the elevator was descending. They’re right.
Jonathan isn’t an expressive man. Since that’s the case, should I be more initiative? However, as a woman, shouldn’t I be more reserved? No. If I were to make the first move, I would be at a disadvantage in the relationship.
Her thoughts were running wild when the elevator door opened. Nevertheless, that didn’t stop her from dashing toward the parking lot to see Jonathan’s smile.
