Crises in Love novel Chapter 162

That night, I slept like a log, just like I used to before I left home. It was as if nothing had changed, and I was still the apple of my parents' eyes, carefree and strolling down Oldtown Avenue, filled with excitement for the life ahead. So, I lost track of time in my dreams.

I didn't wake up until ten the next day, and even then, only because my mom had woken me for breakfast.

At the table, my mom looked at me with concern. "Are you overworked?"

"Yeah, I am a bit tired," I replied, noticing Gemma was lingering nearby. "I just feel so exhausted all the time. I just want to sleep, especially when I'm home and more relaxed now."

I gave my mom a knowing look, and she immediately agreed, "You do need a good rest. You've looked quite weak lately."

"Where are Monique and the others?" I looked around and asked, not seeing them anywhere.

"Oh, they hit it off with the Damon family's granddaughter. They quickly grabbed some breakfast and took Probert out to the street. You don't have to worry. they don't allow cars on Oldtown Avenue. It's safe," my mom said with a laugh. "Monique is growing to be such a beauty. She looks slightly like you and reminds me of you when you were young."

"Only slightly?" I asked proudly, "I think she resembles me quite a bit."

"Well, they say daughters take after their fathers. The Dawsons are a good-looking bunch, so Monique is a real beauty-in-the-making! Probert takes after you more!" As my mom spoke, she peeled an egg for me.

Seeing me eat heartily, her eyes filled with tenderness.

"Are you implying that I'm not pretty enough?" I teased as I ate.

My mom shot me a playful glare. "Don’t be silly. Who would dare to say my daughter isn't beautiful? Back in the day, everyone on this street was impressed by my girl’s pretty face!"

I chuckled, feeling grateful for being able to stay by my mom’s side.

Hearing our conversation, Gemma chimed in, "Absolutely! Ms Aaliyah, you’re a real beauty. I've seen pictures in your room and thought you were one in a million. But in person, you're even more stunning."