Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife

Chapter 568:

Later, at home, Adrian stretched out on the bed, absorbed in a book, while Joelle went through her nightly skincare routine. Aurora walked in.

“Mom, Dad, I want to go to Riverdale Elementary School.”

Adrian and Joelle exchanged a look of mild surprise at Aurora’s mature thoughts about her future.

“Why do you want to go there?” Joelle asked.

“My teacher told us they have the best resources for learning. Kids come from all over the world, and I really want to make more friends!” Aurora explained.

Joelle listened attentively, though she suspected Aurora’s enthusiasm might be based on what she’d heard from others rather than her own independent thoughts. While she valued Aurora’s input, she maintained a healthy skepticism and didn’t feel compelled to simply nod along.

Adrian set aside his book and lifted Aurora into his arms. “We’ll think about Riverdale Elementary as one option, sweetheart. But let’s explore other schools too. You might find another that captures your heart just as much. We’ll make the decision together, okay?”

“Thank you, Dad!” Aurora beamed, nodding in agreement. With a warm smile, Joelle announced, “Now, off to bed! You’re getting big, and big girls need their sleep.”

“Yeah! I can do it. I’m strong and brave!” Aurora cheerfully skipped along, keeping herself motivated as she headed back to her room.

Joelle wiped her hands clean of the day’s work and approached Adrian. “Riverdale Elementary really does have a great reputation. Isn’t it one of the best schools in the country?”

Adrian nodded thoughtfully. “I actually spoke to Agate today, and she said the same thing. She highly recommended it.”

Joelle harbored some reservations. “But Fred and Gracie’s son attends that same school. We left things quite badly with them. Stephen even vowed to cut all ties with us. You hardly speak to Fred when you see him, don’t you? And I consciously avoid Gracie whenever our paths cross.”

Adrian rubbed his forehead wearily. “If Aurora feels that’s the right place for her, we shouldn’t let old grudges sway our decision.”

“Indeed. We shouldn’t drag the kids into adult squabbles. They don’t deserve that burden.” Joelle nodded in agreement and settled into bed. Adrian drew her close, draping his arm around her as he reached to switch off the bedside lamp.

The following day, Katherine fulfilled her commitment by delivering a fruit basket to Lina in the hospital.

Had she known about Lina’s stitched lip, she would have insisted the shopkeeper leave out the pineapple.noveldrama

“I heard about your accident, so I came on Shawn’s behalf to bring a little comfort. Though he wasn’t required to assist, you did reach out to him for help.”

Lina’s face, marred by bruises and swelling, was difficult to interpret as she maintained steady eye contact with Katherine. She appraised Katherine meticulously, examining her from head to toe, noting everything from her dress to her accessories. Back then, she had the opportunity to lead a life similar to Katherine’s, to share the same love and affection.

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