Chapter 74
Back at her desk, Serena immediately pulled out her phone and called Keith,
Although she didn’t recognize the brand of the outfit, the endous tone in Erika’s voice made it clear to her that it must be quita expensive
The call connected, and Keith’s deep voice came from the other end. “Sorena? is everything okay?”
“Mr. Brannon, this outfit you gave me today is far too expensive. Please give me the receipt so I can trader the money to you, Serena aidamently
“Don’t mention it. After all you’ve done for me. It’s just a piece of clothing. Really, it’s nothing,” he said.
“But=“Serena hesitated, still wanting to insist, She wasn’t the type to take advantage of others‘ kindness.
ut it?” Keith said.
“How about it?”
Seeing how insistent Serena was, he suddenly remembered how much Alyssa had grown attached to her. He thought, ‘Maybe Alyssa really does need someone like Serena as a mother
He paused for a moment, then continued, “If you really feel uncomfortable about it, and if you have the time, why not spend more time with Alyssa? She’s really grown fond of you. Think of that as your payment.”
Recalling Alyssa’s sweet and sensible nature and thinking of her unfortunate background, Serena felt a surge of tenderness. Spending time with Alyssa was no hardship, so she readily agreed.
The afternoon’s work was surprisingly light, and Serena finished her tasks early, Remembering Alyssa buying a cake yesterday, she decided to get one herself and go visit her
Holding a cake box, Serena arrived at the door of Keith’s hotel suite. She gave the door three gentle knocks.
“Who is it?” came Fiona’s voice from inside the room.
“Fiona, it’s me, Serena,” she said.
tup with a warm smile. “Ms. Gray, what brings you here?”
The door swung open, and as soon as Fiona saw Serena, her face lit up
“I bought a cake for Alyssa,” Serena said cheerfully, lifting the cake box with a smile
“Alyssa, come see. Guess who’s here,” Fiona called into the room
A little head peeked out from the room,
curious to see who had arrived,
With a bright smile, Serena held up the cake box “Alyssa, look what I’ve got for you.”
Alyssa’s eyes
lit up a
at the sight of Serena. She dashed over and threw herself into Serena’s arms.
Serena quickly set down the cake box and bent down to scoop Alyssa up in a warm embrace. “Alyssa, did you have fun with Fiona today?”
Alyssa nestled in Serena’s arms, nodding eagerly with her head bobbing.
Serena beamed, “Great job. You’re such a good girl, Alyssa.”
Alyssa wriggled out of Serena’s arms and stood up straight. She could hardly wait to open the cake box.
Seeing her excitement, Serena helped her unwrap it, revealing a beautifully decorated strawberry cake inside. “Wow, what a gorgeous cake. Would you like some, Alyssa?”
Alyssa nodded vigorously, her eyes sparkling with anticipation
Chapter 74
Serena carefully cut a vall piece of cake and gently fed it to Alyssa.
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