“Fine, fine. You’re Sonny.”
Only then was Sonny satisfied.
He had no idea what a third wheel or peacemaker was. All he knew was that his full name was Sonny Brown, and his nickname was Sonny.
After Serena returned to the house, Mrs. Stone asked her to go upstairs and enter Elisa’s walk–in closet, which was filled with Elisa’s clothes.
Mrs. Stone said, “Seren, your height and build are similar to Elisa’s. You can try on her clothes first. I’ll see which type of clothes can fully portray your natural elegance.”
Serena turned her eyes to Elisa, who said generously, “Seren, go ahead and try on my clothes since my mom asked you to. We’re cousins. I don’t mind you wearing my clothes. What’s more, there are many clothes I bought when I was fond of them. After I bought them, I placed them here without having worn them before.
“You can wear some on my behalf. I’ll then have an excuse to keep them.”
Serena was amused.
When Elisa loved someone, she would be genuinely nice to them and not put on airs. Of course, she would embarrass those with whom she could not get along.
Besides spending the entire afternoon trying on clothes, Serena was dragged by her aunt and cousin to do hair and facial treatments.
Evening came around and that was the peak hour of the businesses near Wiltspoon School, especially the bookstore.
Since school had reopened, students needed to buy all kinds of materials. The stock of some materials arrived late, which caused students to frequent the bookstore over the two weeks and ask if the materials were in stock.
At that moment, Serena’s bookstore was crowded with students who wanted to buy reference material and stationery. Consequently, Jasmine and Mrs. Lane had their hands full.
When Serena could not come over to help out at the store, she would arrange for Mrs. Lane to help so that Jasmine would not be rushed off her feet..
A brand new SUV was parked at the entrance of the bookstore. When the car door was pushed open, Josh got out of the car. He was dressed in a white suit, holding a bouquet of flowers.
At the sight that many students were buying things, Josh placed the bouquet back in the car. He removed his coat and took off the expensive watch on his right wrist. Then, he put them in the car. After shutting the door, he made his way to the bookstore and rolled up his sleeves, ready to help Jasmine.
“Jasmine.”
Josh went into the store and greeted Jasmine. “You’re busy. I happen to be here. Is there anything I can help with?”
“Just help them find anything they need.”
Jasmine directly got him to help out as he wished.
She did not ask Josh to process the payments since he was unsure of the prices.
The three of them had their hands full until it was time for students to do self- revision.
“Don’t you have a social function to attend tonight?”
When they could finally relax, Jasmine had the chance to speak to Josh.
“My boss suddenly showed mercy and attended the social function on his own. I’m quite relaxed, so I came over to pick you up after work. Let’s have a meal together. I made a reservation and even ordered the dishes at Wiltspoon Hotel. Once we arrive, we can straight away have the dishes served without waiting.
“I’ve also bought two movie tickets. After dinner, we can watch a movie. It’s rare that
I have so much leisure time.”
Ever since Josh became Zack’s administrative executive, he had been really busy.
He barely had nights with no social functions to attend.
Josh was busiest during the period when Zack and Serena’s relationship improved. It was because Zack always assigned the company’s matters to Josh while he spent time with his wife.
When Jasmine was about to speak, Josh suddenly swung around and ran out.
Jasmine was dazed for a moment before she asked Mrs. Lane, “I haven’t said anything, have I? Why did he run out all of a sudden?”
Mrs. Lane said, “Just now, I was standing outside and saw Mr. Bucham getting out of the car with a bouquet of flowers. He noticed the crowd in the sto e, so he put the bouquet back in the car. After that, he removed his coat and came in.
“So now, he’s probably going to get the bouquet.”
Mrs. Lane said with a grin, “Mr. Bucham cares about you. You’re blessed like the missus.”
At the mention of the missus, Mrs. Lane’s smile faded. She sighed and said, “I wonder what the missus’s decision is. Mr. Zack has lost his appetite because of the missus, and he has thinned down. We feel great pity for him.”
Of course, his mother, Mrs. York, was the one who sympathized with Mr. Zack the most.
As it was Mr. Zack’s mistake, Mrs. York could not cause the missus trouble. Also, Old Mrs. York was still around in command.
According to Old Mrs. York, the couple’s conflict should be solved by themselves.
No one should meddle in it unless Zack asked the elders for help.
“Zack and Seren are having a hard time. Although Liberty is the one on diet, Seren has lost a few pounds as well.”
Serena did not let this issue affect her diet. She became slightly thinner probably because she had been pretty preoccupied.
“Ms. Sox and Mr. Bucham must take care of yourselves.”
Jasmine said, “Mrs. Lane, do you think Josh and I are well–matched?”
The Buchams had strict criteria for selecting marriage partners.
“Yes. Both of you are well–matched in appearance.”
Jasmine was speechless.
Ever since her parents and aunt knew that Josh was going after her, they all told her to hurriedly accept his love and not miss the boat.
Even Shawn told Jasmine that Josh was great.
It made Jasmine feel that she would be beaten if she rejected Josh’s love.
Josh put on his coat again. Then, he held the bouquet of flowers and walked in. He walked up to Jasmine and handed the bouquet to her before he said affectionately,” Jasmine, these flowers are for you.”
Jasmine accepted the bouquet. “Thanks.”
“Glad that you like it.”
He then took out a red Tiffany box from his pocket. After opening the box, he handed it to Jasmine. “I thought this charm bracelet suits you, so I bought it.”
He pulled Jasmine’s hand over and put the bracelet on her wrist.
Jasmine did not decline his gift, knowing that she was unable to do so. Josh might be all smiles most of the time and seem more approachable than Zack, but he was actually domineering.
After receiving such an expensive gift, she had to think about what gift to return him with so that she would not owe him.
As the saying goes, “One good turn deserves another.”
Jasmine ordered food delivery for Mrs. Lane and passed the store key to her. She said, “Mrs. Lane, you can close the store and go home whenever you want after you have dinner. You can keep the key or pass it to your missus.”
“Missus said that she won’t be available for the next few days. So I’ll come over to help out on her behalf. Let me keep the key.”
Mrs. Lane added with a smile, “Ms. Sox and Mr. Bucham, both of you can go ahead and eat together. I can watch the store.”
Mrs. Lane had helped in the store for quite a long period. She could remember the book prices. Even if she was alone, it would not affect the operation of the store.
Jessica felt at ease when she left with Josh. They headed to Wiltspoon Hotel for dinner.
“How has Zack been lately?” Jasmine asked concernedly.
While driving, Josh said, “He’s busier than ever. He’s been working around the clock. like Superman. I could hardly keep up with him. Those working under him have been. grumbling, and many of them expect me to advise him.
“Right now, I can’t do so. Only Serena has the ability to do that. But it’s been days. since the couple met. Grandma May forbade Zack to meet Serena as she wanted the couple to calm down.
“The couple just got to meet today. I wonder how their talk went. After Zack returned, he did not pour out his problems to me but continued to work hard. At noon, he went to the Stones and cheered up a lot after that.
“Even so, he worked very hard. I think he has lost a few pounds.”
Josh tilted his head and took a glimpse of Jasmine. Then, he smiled and said, Jasmine, both of us shouldn’t follow in their footsteps. We must continue to be lovey- dovey and trust each other. I won’t lie to you, and you mustn’t hide anything from me as well.”
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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