Chapter 921
Chapter 921:
“A snowstorm’s brewing tonight,” Judie informed Fernanda. “You should stay until it clears.”
As she spoke, a gust of wind rattled the trees outside, branches snapping loudly against the window. Through the kitchen’s inviting glow, the swirling snow blanketed everything in white.
“Alright,” Fernanda agreed, grateful. “Thank you, Mrs. Harper.”
For the remainder of the evening, Martin was deeply engaged in conversation with Fernanda about her forthcoming competition, inquiring about both the schedule and her preparations. Judie, while not an expert, listened intently. She picked up enough from the conversation to recognize the event’s prestige and offered Fernanda her full support and encouragement. They enjoyed their meal in a quiet, comforting setting.
On this stormy evening, the five of them gathered in the bright, cozy living room. Their conversation flowed easily, peppered with occasional playful bickering, much like any family. The concept of family, once so distant for Fernanda, now wrapped warmly around her, making her dreams a tangible reality. She breathed gently, fearful that too sudden a move might fracture this delicate, beautiful dream.
Cristian, showing little interest in his meal, picked at his food. Judie revealed that she had personally selected and prepared the shrimp, coaxing him to eat a few. Fernanda showed a keen interest in the shrimp, which shifted Cristian’s focus from toying with her fingers to peeling shrimp for her.
Judie was delighted to see Fernanda enjoy her culinary efforts.
Post-dinner, Martin summoned Bobby and Cristian to the study, leaving Judie and Fernanda alone in the living room.
It was clear Judie had something personal to discuss with Fernanda. They resumed their positions from before dinner, facing each other. Fernanda sat erect, radiating confidence, while Judie maintained a relaxed posture. Without Cristian’s presence, Fernanda’s demeanor became more guarded. Judie noticed this change and offered a warm smile.
“Reflecting on our first meeting, you were even more reserved than now,” she remarked. “You appeared well-mannered, yet your eyes darted around like those of a cautious hedgehog. It’s as if you enter a snake’s den every time I invite you for a private chat, always so tense.”
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Fernanda cast her eyes down and responded softly, “I’m sorry for any discomfort I caused then.”
Their initial encounter had been far from pleasant. Judie had aggressively urged her to end her engagement with Bobby, leading to a heated argument that left both parties unsettled. Judie had even threatened Martin with divorce to stop the engagement.
“Let’s put that behind us. I’m mature enough not to bear a grudge against you,” Judie declared. “Initially, I found you rather annoying, but that’s no longer the case. Perhaps I’ve grown to understand you better, or maybe it’s because my children can’t stop praising you.”
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