Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 211

Shanley watched the listless girl, but surprisingly, he wasn't angry. A faint smile played on his thin lips. “Wendy, could you please get Ms. Payne a warm drink?”

“I don’t want one.” Juniper clutched the ice cream protectively, her face scrunching up as she retorted defiantly, “I like this.”

At home, Shanley was always managing her, and things like ice cream were completely off-limits. This flavor was especially good, and she’d only had a few bites. No way was she letting him throw it away.

“Oh?” Wendy, who had been about to leave, paused at Juniper’s words.

“There’s no sun this morning; it’s not good to have something so cold,” Shanley said, stepping closer and holding out his hand. “Have something warm now, and I’ll get you more ice cream this afternoon.”

Juniper hugged the container tighter, her expression a mix of grievance and displeasure.

Watching their exchange, Hannah scratched her head, confused. She turned to Wendy and whispered, “Is it just me, or is there something strange about how they interact?”

It looked like a host showing concern for a guest, but her grandson wasn't the type to meddle in other people's business.

“I find it odd, too,” Wendy whispered back. “They seem so natural with each other, like they’ve known each other for a long time.”

“Hmm?” Hannah was taken aback. They knew each other? That seemed impossible. She figured Shanley had taken a liking to the young doctor and was trying to impress her.

“Shanley, let the young lady eat what she wants. Why are you interfering?” Hannah’s brow furrowed as she spoke sternly. “She is my honored guest. Mind your manners.”

Her words were a clear warning for him not to overstep. Fortunately, the girl seemed to be a woman of strong character who didn't bow to authority and had a cool demeanor. Hannah guessed she probably couldn't be bothered with him anyway.

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