Chapter 159
In the kitchen, Lacy finally let out a sigh of relief. Carrying a bowl of meatball soup, she stepped out and was about to sit next to Camila
But then she remembered that Camila couldn’t hear. After a brief pause, she sat across from her instead, making sure it was easy for Camila to read her lips.
As Lucy ate the meatball soup, she casually asked, “Hey, Camila, who was that guy who came in just now?”
“That’s Mr. Campbell’s assistant, Tumer,” Camila replied.
Lucy frore, her spoon hovering as her mind raced. “Turner? He’s one of Mr. Campbell’s people? But then why is he hanging around Michael she wondered.
The thought of the 300 thousand dollars she had swindled from Turner suddenly felt like a huge burden.
She had no problem tricking rich snobs, But Turner was different. He was one of the good guys. It made her feel awful, especially since he was protecting Camila
Even the meatball soup tasted bland now. That 300 thousand dollars felt like a hot potato burning a hole in her hands, and all she wanted was to return it to Turner as soon as possible.
If Camila ever found out she had tricked money out of him, she’d be crushed, and Lucy couldn’t bear the thought of disappointing her. Lucy kept her head lowered, her eyes betraying a whirlwind of emotions. She numbly spooned the soup into her mouth, but the soup felt completely tasteless.
After the meal. Lucy helped Camila clean up the dishes. Lost in her thoughts, she barely said a word.
Camila, who rarely spoke due to her hearing impairment, remained silent as well. For a while, the only soft trickle of water and the occasional clink of dishes.
sounds
in
the kitchen
were the
Once everything was tidied up, Camila led Lucy into the craft room.
only stepped
Over the past few days, Camila had spent almost all her time in the craft room, immersed in her needle work, and she only away for meak and sleep.
Lucy glanced around the room, taking in the vibrant array of threads. Her gaze then fell on Camila, who was deeply focused on her work, and a wave of heartache surged within her.
No matter what Camila did, she always excelled. This traditional needle work skill was something she had learned during her time in prison. In just five years, her craftsmanship had reached a masterful level.
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But if Camila hadn’t been imprisoned, with her abilities and a degree from Wasmore University, her life could have been so much brighter, filled with endless possibilities.
Lucy sat quietly to the side, her eyes fixed on C
Camila as she worked on her needle work, not blinking once
Camila sat by the window, bathed in the gentle morning light filtering through the window. The light seemed to drape her in a golden
veil
Her needle work was serene and beautiful. If she were dressed in traditional attire, she would look like a noblewoman straight out of a timeless masterpiece.
Unable to resist, Lucy took out her phone and captured this moment of Camila After snapping the photo, she continued to watch Camila quietly, her thoughts drifting far away
Lucy couldn’t stop thinking about how to return the 300 thousand dollars to Turner. At the same time, she pondered Camila’s earlier remark about finishing this needle work within a year, and how she herself could possibly save enough money to go abroad in a year.
Time flew by, and soon it was lunchtime.
After having lunch at the Campbell residence and saying goodbye to Camila, Lucy headed straight back to school.
In the afternoon, Camila worked on her needle work as usual, while Lucy attended her classes. The setting sun painted the sky in shades of orange and red.
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After class, Lacy received a phone call. The man on the other end greeted her warmly, saying, “Lacy, miss me?
Still annoyes by her encounter with Turner earlier that morning, Lacy snapped impatiently. “If you’ve got something to say, just say it!” Hearing that, Daniel was left speechless.
At the Walker residence, Daniel’s phone was on speaker.
Lucy’s voice came through loud and clear, instantly triggering a burst of laughter from Fraser and Michael.
As for why Daniel’s phone was on speaker in the first place, here was the story.
Earlier that day, the Walker family had convened for a meeting with one agenda: to convince one of the two brothers to step up and take over the family business.
Michael brushed it off casually, saying, “Tm a doctor. I have no interest in running a company.”
Daniel leaned back lazily with a smirk on his face. “I’m still young. I want to enjoy life for a few more years. Besides, Dad, you’re not ven close to retiring yet. With you at the helm, what’s there to worry about?”
Fraser’s face was practically steaming. “One of you insists on being a doctor, and the other spends his days goofing off with your so called friends. When I retire, who’s going to take over the company? Do you expect me to spoon–feed you two forever?”
Daniel grinned and nudged his brother. “Come on, Michael, give up the doctor thing. It’s exhausting. Running the company is way more comfortable. My future wealth and luxury depend on you, bro.
Michael shot him a glare. “I love being a doctor, Running a company isn’t my thing. Why don’t you take over, Daniel? Once you make the company bigger and better, you can build me a few hospitals.”
“No way. My youth is priceless. I’m not wasting it on corporate drudgery, Daniel said quickly.
“Well, if you’re not doing it, I’m not doing it, either, Michael insisted.
The two brothers were like oil and water when it came to the family business, each more determined than the other to avoid it. Fraser was livid. He had a massive company, and not a single heir was willing to take the reins.
“Fine! If neither of you wants to take over, then get married. And after that, start having kids. If I can’t count on you, I’ll just have to groom my grandchildren to take over Fraser said.
At the mention of marriage, Daniel’s mind immediately conjured up an image of Lucy’s beautiful yet intimidating face. He swallowed. hard, thinking, “Winning over Lucy is going to be a long, uphill battle.
So, he quipped, “Why make it complicated, Dad? You’re still young enough to have another kid. Give us a little brother to take over the company. Right, Michael?”
Michael nodded in agreement “Exactly! Instead of waiting for us to get married, you and Mom should just have more kids.
Fraser was hit with yet another wave of exasperation. “You two brats! No company, no marriage, no kids–what exactly are you planning to do with your lives?
“Michael, you’re almost thirty, and you still haven’t had a girlfriend all these years. Be honest with me. Do you like men?”
Michael looked exasperated. “Dad, come on! I don’t have a girlfriend because I’m busy with work. How does that make me like men? Daniel doesn’t have a girlfriend, either. Why don’t you ask him if he likes men?”
Daniel immediately retorted, “What do you mean I don’t have a girlfriend? I just broke up with one, okay? If I wanted a girlfriend, I could get one in no time!”
“Stop bragging.” Michael said, unimpressed.
“I’m serious! If there’s one thing I know, it’s that I’m a ladies‘ mand Daniel said, puffing out his chest.
Fraser’s eyes lit up. “Really?”
“Of course!” Daniel said confidently, his chin held high
Michael smirked. “Prove it. Call one of them right now and let us hear for ourselves.”
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“Fine! I’ll call! Who’s afraid of that?” Daniel pulled out his phone, ready to dial one of his female friends. But before he could, Michael snatched the phone right out of his hand.
At the top of Daniel’s contact list was a number labeled: “Lucy, My Idol.”
“Well. If Lucy is his “idol,” it’s
it’s pretty clear she’s someone Daniel has feelings for. Michael thought.
Without hesitation, Michael tapped the call button, and with a mischievous grin, he turned on the speakerphone.
Daniel’s heart raced as if it might leap out of his chest. He reached out to end the call, but it was too late. Lucy had picked up. Left with no choice, he forced himself to sound like an acquaintance and said, Lucy, miss me?”
He was sure that no matter how irritable Lucy might be, she’d soften up after hearing his affectionate tone. But instead, her sharp reply came through loud and clear. “If you’ve got something to say, just say it!”
Daniel’s face turned bright red, while Fraser and Michael burst into uncontrollable laughter.
After they finally calmed down, Fraser gave Daniel a skeptical look, as if to say. This is what you call ‘a ladies man? Really?”
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