Arielle gestured for Vinson to be silent as she picked up the call. Her tone turned soft and sweet. “Hello, Dad? Need me for anything?”
As he observed her speedy change of tone, Vinson couldn't help but think she was cute.
Maybe when you like a person, everything about her is cute.
On the other side of the call, Henrick was unaware of the matter happening at Jadeborough University. So his tone was the usual authoritative.
“Request leave from your lecturers after your classes tonight. Tomorrow is Shandie's funeral. You need to be back early.”
“All right.” Arielle kept her voice sweet and
remembered to inquire after Malorie. “How is Grandma doing?”
“She has recovered her appetite and strength.
Bring some cookies on your way back. Your
Grandma loves it.”
“Okay, Dad.”
Once Henrick ended the call, the obedience on Arielle's face had turned into a mask of cold.
Vinson thought that she was even cuter.
He arched his brow. “What did Henrick say?”
Arielle sighed. “He wants me back tomorrow for Shandie's funeral.”
These few days in university have been too comfortable. My stomach turned at the thought of returning to that place filled with hypocrites.
Vinson noticed her displeasure. “I'll send you back later. If you find Henrick annoying, I can stay the night with you.”
“No!” Arielle rejected instantly. “You don't have to come over. I can go back just fine.”
Vinson was insistent in his offer.
“You will be more convenient with me being there. You don't know what to expect for tomorrow's funeral.”
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