Always Been Yours

The quests were a little disappointed by that. Of course, the competition among the guests didn’t escape Tessa and Nicholas’ eyes. That made Tessa a little uncomfortable.

Nicholas immediately noticed her mood and asked concernedly, “What’s wrong? Are you tired?”

“It’s not that. I just feel that these people are too eager. It’s Gordon’s baby shower today. I’m happy that they came and even prepared presents for him, but I don’t care if the presents are expensive. It’s the thought that counts. It feels like they were competing with each other using those very same presents.”

Tessa expressed her thoughts softly, “The way that they’re trying to earn our favor doesn’t exactly make me happy.” Nicholas only felt that she was adorably straightforward as he gazed at the undisguised displeasure on her face..

“It’s okay. If you don’t like that, we’ll just ignore. them. I’ll introduce you to my friends.” Then, he pushed her toward his friends while giving Edward a look.

Edward understood Nicholas’ hint and stepped forward to block the guests that wanted to chat them up.

Soon, Tessa was introduced to Nicholas’ friends, and Ashton was among them. She slowly relaxed under their interesting and humorous conversations.

the competition continued at the banquet, but it wasn’t happening within Tessa’s line

look at the time and directed people

first show was a performance by Tessa’s seniors, and the beautiful majestic music soon reverberated in the banquet hall. Everyone was captivated and mesmerized

to an end, a burst of applause greeted the performers. Next up was Gregory’s turn. He carried the violin and regally walked up on stage like a little gentleman as

though my song may not be as impressive and beautiful as Uncle Marjorie’s performance, I want to dedicate this song to Mommy and my little brother. I hope that we

at Tessa, who was beneath the stage. His innocent smile melted the hearts of many

Gregory started

rest, he still learned under Tessa

performance, everyone clapped, and the audience threw an

the show continued. Tessa felt her fingers twitch in want as she

someone who loves the violin as she did, it suddenly evoked the long- suppressed desire due to not touching a violin.

her expression and chuckled, “You want to play the violin?” “Yes Tessa