“Yes, we’ve had too many presents in the past, and I’m out of ideas now.Then I realized I haven’t gotten him any antiques yet.”
Christina nodded and had a short chat with her before leaving and letting the young people spend time instead.
Barbara had tea with Maisie at a cafe nearby when Maisie remembered something and blurted, “I think I saw someone today.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBarbara asked, “Who?”
“Tan Summer.”
Once the name came up, Barbara froze.
It had been a while, and she didn’t seem to remember much anymore.
“Where did you see him?”
“When I was on the way here.It was just a glance, but I felt he looked familiar.” Maisie said that while her eyes were on Barbara’s face and chuckled.
“Why? Do you still have a thing for him?” Barbara rolled her eyes.
“Nonsense! If Helios hears this, he’s going to be so jealous.”
She reminded her that Ian was in Bassburgh so that she would be prepared if they bumped into each other.
Barbara got home, and the nanny said Helios was spending time with Beatrice upstairs.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe walked to the study and saw Helios holding Beatrice in a chair.
He looked helpless when Beatrice started doodling on his documents.
When Beatrice saw Barbara, she held out her hands and said in her baby voice, “Mama.”
Barbara walked over and took her into her arms, ” Baby, your daddy’s documents have turned into your doodling pad.”
Beatrice grabbed her dress, “I’m hungry.”
Helios laughed and stood up.
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