BuzzNovelChapter 120
Karen paused for a moment, then quickly changed the subject.
“You and Ivan haven't known each other long, yet he listens to you and is happy to go out with you. He must
really like you.”
Parents always felt a quiet sense of relief when they saw their children getting along.
“I'll walk him out in a bit, then head to the clinic. | won't be hfor dinner tonight.”
“The clinic? Are you feeling unwell?” Karen frowned, reaching out to check Alessia’s forehead.
Alessia’s lips curled into a faint smile. She'd gone from feeling awkward at such gestures to accepting them with
calm gratitude.
“Zachary’s studying at the clinic, remember? | thought I'd go see how he’s doing-and check in on Father
Benedict while I'm there.”
“All right, I'll pack up stea cakes for you to take along. | used less sugar this time, so Father Benedict can
enjoy them too.”
True to her word, Karen bustled off to box up the cakes, making sure to set one on a small plate and hand it to
Alessia.
“Have one yourself before you go. Looking after kids takes energy-sit and rest a
minute.”
With that, she gently ushered Alessia out of the kitchen. Both kids looked up at her, making her shake her head
in mock exasperation, though the smile on her lips lingered.
Conversations like this-so ordinary, so warm-had been unthinkable back in the Tate household. Yet now, they
had becpart of her everyday life.
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At the table, the three of them shared afternoon tea. York chattered nonstop, but his eyes darted between
Alessia and Ivan.
“I've already called the Tate family driver. I'll walk you down in a bit,” Alessia said.
“I'm not going back.” York scrunched up his face.
“You want to keep your spot, don’t you?”
“All you ever do is threatenwith that.” York pouted, stabbing a piece of cake with his fork and stuffing it in his
mouth as if to vent his frustration. “Can’t you
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cup with something new, Alessia?”
“If it works, why change it?” Alessia replied, not even glancing in his direction.
York puffed out his cheeks in annoyance. He tossed his fork aside, slouched back in his chair with his arms
crossed, looking every bit the disgruntled little lord.
Alessia shot him a sidelong glance.
“If you want to cover next time, just ask. Sneaking out every day isn’t going to fly. If something happens to
you, no one will know until it’s too late.”
“I get it,” York muttered, old memories flickering in his eyes.
Seeing that York still remembered what happened last time, Alessia felt a bit more at ease. If he was still scared,
he’d think twice before pulling another stunt.
Her phone buzzed just as she finished eating.
“Let’s go.
I'll walk you downstairs,” Alessia said, picking up the leash and reaching out a hand to York.
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Ivan didn’t react-he just set down his fork and stayed seated at the table.
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“Easy, don’t yank so hard. And make sure you close the door-don’t pinch your fingers.”
“Yeah, yeah, you worry too much,” York grumbled.
“Mom, I'm heading out!” Alessia called out, remembering to say goodbye just as the door was about to close.
Karen answered from the other room. By the tshe cout, the door had clicked shut, and the dining room
was empty.
“That girl...” Karen muttered, glancing at the closed door before turning back to clear the table.
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They'd spent the entire day together, so she couldn't have bought it today. Which meant Alessia must have
planned ahead.
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