Sofie took Lisa’s lessons to heart. I must learn to endure this and wait for opportunities to emerge.

Hence, she refused to take that slight personally as she started to laud praises upon the children instead.

Her measured response was well received by Russell.

“It’s good that you like them.”

Sofie smiled in satisfaction and thought about launching another round of compliments for the four kids.

It was at this moment when she heard Evan proclaim loudly, “I don’t need you to like them!”

Stunned, Sofie was at a loss for words.

The atmosphere soon turned awkward.

Then, Jonathan shot Evan a look.

Russell also reprimanded Evan for his choice of words.

Evan got to his feet, unable to contain the frustration that was mounting within him.

“Grandpa, Dad, I’ll head upstairs to check on the children.”

“Evan…”

Russell halted him in his tracks. “Your father and I will go to them. You shall keep Sofie company.”

With that, he gave Jonathan a look and the two of them made their exit.

stuffy. He was

reminded herself of what her

learn to withhold your own desires.Being too blatant about it would make others wary, causing you to detract from your

step in veiling her true intentions

only here at your grandfather’s request. Don’t worry about it. I swear that I won’t pester you as I

askance at her and wondered

his eyes was picked up by Sofie’s

me? What I’ve said is true. I’m

unlocked the display on her cellphone screen and unreservedly showed him

He may not be as good-looking

was met with

which featured Sofie at dinner with another

dressing caught his eye. Though Sofie’s beau may not have been exceptionally good-looking, he could still be considered

he thought that it was a good

I hope that you’ll be able to make

Sofie wore on her lips was not completely reflected in

picture of

Evan nodded in acknowledgement.

become less hostile toward her. She

Evan to go and accompany his own

a point to tell Evan.

Evan nodded in silence.

huge weight had been lifted off his chest as he watched Sofie who had turned to walk

that, he strode

The eyes of the four kids were sparkling, as they

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