Chapter 2266


    Tia walked over. “Nicole.


    In response, Nicole smiled. “Thank you for your hard work.”


    “It was nothing. It’s easy to pick the kids up and drop them off,” Tia said, bashful as she did not feel like


    it was a big deal.


    “Come on. Let’s get in.” Nicole held Nn’s hand and the group walked into the mansion.


    In the living room, Gloria and Daniel were with Stanley and Spencer. With so many people together, the


    house came alive with excitement and chatter.


    “I’ll go check on dinner. I’ll have it sent to Grandma once it’s ready,” Tia informed, about to head to the


    kitchen.


    “Tia, bring your grandma over. Let’s all eat together,” Nicole suggested.


    “Sure, I’ll go tell her. She’d definitely join us if you’re inviting her,” Tia said and went to the backyard.


    Mrs. Wace Sr. was quite old and had difficulty moving, so she rarely came to the front yard. She


    preferred to be left alone in the backyard, onlying to the front yard during festivals or important


    asions.


    Today was Nicole’s idea, and Tia believed Mrs. Wace Sr. would agree toe over. Watching Tia go


    get Mrs.


    Wace Sr., Nicole smiled. It was not easy to get everyone to spend time together like this.


    Soon, Mrs. Wace Sr. was pushed over in a wheelchair by Tia, and the family was seated at the


    dining table.


    The atmosphere was lively and joyous while everyone enjoyed the food and chatted away. After dinner,


    Nicole pushed Mrs. Wace Sr. back to the backyard with Tia beside them.


    “Nicole, when you returned to us, it felt like my prayers were answered,” Mrs. Wace Sr. could not


    help butment.


    “I should’vee back earlier.” Nicole sighed. Had she been aware of the warmth of her home, she


    would have brought Nn and Lana back to San Joto earlier.


    “Regardless of the timing, it’s good to have you back. We understand the hardships you endured out


    there.” She sounded heartbroken.


    Nicole bit her lip, thinking, ‘Were those days tough? Maybe a little, but with the kids, it didn’t feel as


    difficult. Anyway, it’s all in the past.’


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    “Next is your marriage, and once that’s settled, I’ll have one less worry,” Mrs. Wace Sr. said, patting


    Nicole’s hand.


    “About that, l-l’ll think about it first.” Nicole wanted to express her desire to hold off on marriage, but she


    hesitated, not wanting to be too blunt.


    “I know you’ve always been strong, and Jared is great too. I’m quite at ease for you two,” Mrs. Wace


    Sr. continued. Then she looked at Tia. “Speaking of which. I’ll probably only


    be worried about Tia.”


    “Me?” Tia was a little surprised. She felt she was doing just fine.


    “Yes. I’m old, after all. When I leave… I really hope you would’ve found someone trustworthy.” Mrs.


    Wace Sr. sighed.


    For years, Tia had been taking care of Mrs. Wace Sr. and had be like family to her. As a result,


    Mrs. Wace Sr. was naturally concerned for Tia’s future.


    Not expecting her to bring up the topic, Tia instantly blushed. She said hastily, “Grandma, l-l don’t need


    to think about these things yet.”


    “Why not? You’re a grown-up now, and you can’t possibly stay with me forever!” Mrs. Wace Sr.


    eximed. Besides, she might leave this world at any time.


    “Don’t say that. I’ll always be by your side,” Tia replied, her eyes starting to water with emotion.


    “Silly girl.” Mrs. Wace Sr. smiled. She then turned to


    Nicole again. ‘ Nicole, please take care of Tia in the future.”