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“Hey,
ome over right away
li ria m sounded regretful on the other end I wish I could Teresa but it s Thanksgiving I ve got to get back to my family
Teresa stated plainly into the phone Edward s here
Miriam responded swiftly I ll be right there
Teresa ended the call with a satisfied smile.
Edward arrived promptly on the tenth floor laden with bags and packages which he brought into Teresa s house There s quite a lot and some of it requires refrigeration promptly he informed her
Teresa gazed at the array
ay of he
health supplements and beauty items in disbelief Spotting a series of face masks each priced at a st 300 Teresa realized that the total worth of the entire batch of products was well into the tens of thousands
steep
Curious. Teresa asked. “You mentioned Hayden sent you with all this?”
Edward gave a casual shrug That s right Jonathan was busy and Donald had other commitments so I was the one who could make the delivery
Teresa gave a nod musing silently So Edward s delivery was due to Jonathan being tied up
With a courteous smile, Teresa addressed Edward, “Hayden’s really been generous with all these gifs. Could you please thank him for me? She opened the door wider, inviting him in, “How about you come in and rest for a moment!”
Before Edward could respond a voice called out Hey Eddie you re here Miriam s voice was filled with excitement as she welcomed
him
Edward under Miriam s scrutinizing look blushed and shifted his gaze mumbling Maybe I should just leave
But Miriam wasn’t about to let him escape that easily. She’d come all the way to Teresa’s on her scooter, after all Gripping Edward’s hand, she insisted, “Don’t go just yet. Stay and have a cup of coffee with us.”
Edward gave a quick shake of his head already backing toward the exit Appreciate it but I ve got things to do back at the home front Tin out of here he said not lingering for a reply
Miriam s hand reached out as if to stop him then dropped to her side Tl walk you out she offered
With a wave Edward declined Nah I ve got wheels With that he disappeared through the door almost as if he couldn t get away enough
Teresa simply raised an eyebrow as Edward hurried off on his own accord.
Fast
Miriam sighed her hand drifting to her face Do I scare him off that much He takes off like I m a monster
Teresa offered a gentle laugh You did catch him off guard with that kiss at the concert Maybe he s just a lit le spooked
Miriam s expression turned indignant I worked up the courage to do that Can you blame me He s totally a catch
Teresa shook her head a concerned look on her face as she commented Boys have got to fend for themselves these days right 111 remind Michael to be cautious
Miriam playfully elbowed Teresa a smirk playing on her lips You re just teasing me aren t you
Hugging Miriam Teresa replied softly Just trying to lighten the mood
Miriam s smile faded a bit a hint of sadness in her voice I get it He s not into me
s only twenty one He s not going anywhere in
in a hurry.”
Teresa offered a comforting squeeze on Miriam s shoulder Don t stress it He s o
With Miriam’s help, they successfully prevented Edward from encountering Michael. To show her appreciation, Teresa presented her with two boxes of those pricey face masks.
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Alter Miriam left Teresa got to work making break lau for Michael Wa th Tonks giving appa r fin g the fol the day for her
Post breakfast Teresa cherished the unusual free time strengthening her head with Michael and enjoying the surprise day of relaxation
She frowned recalling hew Jonathan once a high earning mage r med to send her money on Jind a days while they were married However dose days were over s in er their
She replied with a questioning her brow furrowed as the speculated if the transfer was a mistake or intended for his fianc e
Jonathan s reply didn t take long Grandpa will be here for Thanksgiving Day toni gla Can you come by and grab a few things from the mall for him
Teresa tent a text back taken a back Are we pretending we re a couple again Will we love to share a room
The idea of having dinner with the Lynn s was acceptable for her yet bring near Pam at la an la rr aught lack con for tal de memories Plus lis mother s constant complaints go ed sarcasm were land to bear
Jonathan s voice message was short and to the point Trim in Mar ville for work won t be hack Grab some sull to bring over and the
river will take you home after dinner
Teresa tested back a quick, “Oh, then sent another reply What alwut your funcéer You’re not spending Thanksgiving with her?] Silence followed from Jonathan. It was typical, he either went quiet or deflected when his fiancée was mentioned.
Teresa typed out Got it I ll be the red
Her phone vibrated with another message from Jonathan Take the money
Tere u It s all good Lean handle the shopping I
Teresa remembered the times Jonathan had paid respects to her grandparents alongside her Now with his grandfather visiting for the holiday she was simply returning the favor And considering the Porsche Jonathan had given her she felt this was the least she could do
Jonathan’s voice message was decisive. “If you’re heading to my family’s place, it’s my treat. That’s fimal Teresa, not wishing to debate, gracefully acknowledged his generous offer.
Once her workday ended Teresa made a beeline for the mall determined to find some premium Thanksgiving gift baskets While she was shopping Jonathan called to check her location and informed her that a car was coming to pick her up
Teresa paused before inquiring Does Hayden still enjoy a goal Mer lo
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