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Noticing Trevor’s gaze directed toward the bathroom , Jordyn remarked , “ Mom’s in there taking a shower . ”
Trevor replied , “ Hmm . Did you ask your mom to shower here ? ” 1
“ No , Mom brought the clothes herself . ”
Trevor did not ask any further questions . After exchanging few brief words , he advised her to go to bed early before walking away .
Celeste heard some noises outside while in the bathroom , realizing Trevor had arrived , but she couldn’t hear their conversation . Jordyn was still unwell and easily fell asleep after taking medicine . As it was getting late , Celeste lay down on the bed with her after the shower .
Jordyn snuggled into Celeste’s embrace , burying her face in her shoulder . “ Mom , you smell amazing and feel so soft . ”
She found Celeste’s hugs to be the most comforting , even more so than Wynn’s embrace . Yet , aware of Celeste’s disdain for Wynn , she chose to keep her feelings to herself .
Jordyn quickly fell asleep , followed by Celeste , who was also tired .
When Jordyn fell ill , she frequently kicked off her blanket . Celeste was worried and often woke up in the middle of the night like she did when caring for Jordyn . She could only sleep peacefully again after repeatedly covering her with blankets to keep her warm .
That night , Celeste struggled to sleep well and awoke at dawn . While Jordyn was still asleep , she quietly got up and looked out of the window . She saw Trevor jogging downstairs as he usually did for about an hour .
After freshening up , Celeste changed into some clothes and headed downstairs to prepare breakfast . 30 minutes later , she passed the remaining tasks to Hannah . Once she confirmed that Jordyn was recovering well and not experiencing a relapse in her fever , she went upstairs to grab her bag and car keys before leaving .
Shortly after Celeste departed , Jordyn awoke . As she scanned the surroundings and found no sign of Celeste , she inquired , “ Where’s Mom ? ”
Hannah replied , “ Mrs. Fleming went out for something . ”
Jordyn was disappointed . “ Oh … ”
Hannah chuckled . “ But Mrs. Fleming prepared breakfast for you before she left .
Jordyn was finally feeling brighter . While she hadn’t fully recovered from her illness , her spirits were high , and her appetite had returned . After freshening up , she made her way downstairs for breakfast .
After a while , Trevor also came down . Noticing Celeste’s absence , he paused and asked Hannah , “ Where’s Celeste ?
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“ Mrs. Fleming has left . ”
Upon receiving a response , Trevor refrained from asking any further questions .
Meanwhile , Celeste grabbed a quick bite to eat after reaching home . After that , she packed her laptop along with a few essentials and prepared to head to the office when the doorbell interrupted her .
Glancing at the surveillance camera , she saw her neighbor Hilda and her daughter Sylvia awaiting her at the door .
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She opened the door . “ Mrs. Golden … ”
Tilda appeared visibly anxious . “ Ms. Rodriguez , Sylvia’s grandmother is unwell , and I need to take her to the hospital . Could you please help me get Sylvia to school ? ”
Celeste agreed since Jordyn and Sylvia’s kindergarten was conveniently located along her company’s route .
20 minutes later , they reached the entrance of the kindergarten . Celeste was searching for a parking spot when she spotted Trevor , Wynn , and Jordyn .
Jordyn appeared to be in high spirits , happily holding hands with Wynn as they skipped along together . Their joy was palpable . Meanwhile , Trevor stood beside them , thoughtfully keeping Wynn and Jordyn safe from the busy traffic .
Sylvia exclaimed upon seeing Jordyn , “ Ms. Rodriguez , look ! It’s Jordyn ! ”
Celeste averted her gaze . “ Hmm , I noticed her as well . ”
“ Who is that lovely woman holding Jordyn’s hand ? Is she Jordyn’s mother as well ? Does Jordyn have two mothers ?
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