Chapter 36
Chapter 36
Sebastian knew that Valeria and Jane were two different people. Save for his dream last night, he knew he would not mix the two women up.
However, he still felt a weight spreading through his chest as he quietly repeated Valeria’s
name.
Selena and Leo’s teacher, Evelyn Miller, tapped on her desk and made the introductions. ” Leo’s uncle is here. This is Selena’s mom. Let’s all take a seat, shall we?”
Valeria stood straight, but she seemed a little tense. She subconsciously clenched her fingers into a fist before loosening them.
It turned out that Leo’s uncle was Sebastian.
Selena’s eyes widened as she turned to look at Sebastian in shock. “It’s you, Mr. Doctor.”
“Hello.” He walked over and crouched down. Although he was crouched, he was much taller
than Selena.
Then, he reached out his slender fingers to comb Selena’s hair while saying, “I’d like to apologize on Leo’s behalf. He shouldn’t have pulled your hair.”
Selena gave the situation some thought before turning back to look at Valeria.
Valeria was standing next to Evelyn, but she wasn’t looking at them.
Seeing that the two guardians were acquainted, Evelyn commented, “Alright, then. Since you two know each other, this makes things much easier. Although it’s normal for kids to get into fights sometimes, they should be taught properly.”
Then, the two children exchanged apologies.
Since it was already lunchtime and school had ended for the day, Valeria held Selena’s hand and prepared to leave, as she had nothing to say to Sebastian.
Moments after they left, Sebastian also left the office with Leo in tow.
Leo asked, “Uncle Sebastian, do you know Selena’s mom?”
“We aren’t close,” Sebastian answered.
Then, came Leo’s comment.
“Uncle Sebastian, it’s quite rude to stare at someone you’re not close to.”
Chapter 36
Looking down at the chubby guy beside him, Sebastian placed his hand on Leo’s head. “Leo, do you want me to tell your mom about what happened today?”
“I’m sorry, Uncle Sebastian.” Leo quickly apologized and shook Sebastian’s hand.
Sebastian had Leo wait for him in his car as he stood outside and smoked a cigarette. He only got back in the car once he was done.
Leo was sitting in the back seat as he asked, “Uncle Sebastian, let’s have some fast food for
lunch.”
“I’m sending you to your grandma’s place.”
“We can always go there after eating fried chicken!” Seeing that Sebastian had ignored him, Leo exclaimed, “Uncle Sebastian, you’ve changed. You’re so cold and heartless now.”
Sebastian looked up at Leo when he noticed a new pizzeria across the school’s entrance.
Since school had ended, the roads were congested.
Suddenly, he spotted a slender figure in the crowd. Valeria was wearing a khaki crop top and a pair of beige slacks. Her hair was draped neatly behind her back.
He watched as Valeria and Selena entered the restaurant hand-in-hand. Then, he stopped the car and raised his chin, suggesting, “Why don’t we eat there instead?”
“Uncle Sebastian, today’s a Thursday. This pizzeria isn’t as good as fried chicken…”
“Suit yourself.”
“I want pizza!” Leo exclaimed as he quickly nodded in agreement.
The pizzeria was filled with people. As it was mostly filled with parents and their kids, all of
the seats were taken.
While waiting, Sebastian called Mallory and told her that Leo was with him.
Mallory immediately figured out what had happened. “His teacher probably wanted to call his parents to school again. He didn’t dare to call me, so he called you instead.”
“It’s not too big of a deal, and I’m bringing him out for lunch first.”
It took them 15 minutes to line up to get their food. Then, Sebastian took the tray and searched the area for a table.
“Over here, Uncle Sebastian!” Leo shouted.
Hearing Leo’s voice, Sebastian quickly walked over.
Leo and Selena were sitting together. Children were simple-minded, never holding grudges, and would return to being friends after a fight.
Sitting next to Selena was Valeria, who ordered a beef pizza and some cupcakes for Selena. She had also taken a few bites.
They were sitting at a four-person table. When Sebastian sat down, his long legs immediately brushed against Valeria’s.
“Selena, your pizza looks delicious.” Leo was the happiest person at their table. “I’d like to have a beef pizza next time, too.”
Sebastian had ordered a pepperoni pizza, two orange juices, and some snacks for himself and
Leo.
Selena ate quietly while Valeria handed Leo a slice of pizza.
Then, all of a sudden, Leo’s cheeks reddened as he looked at her.
