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In her heart, she believed that no matter what, Claudine would always like her.
In the blink of an eye, Darlene was already in front of Claudine.
She grabbed Claudine’s hand and led her inside.
“Grandma, look, this is the Claudine I told you about. She’s really good at cooking, and she even makes bunny-shaped sandwich for me!”
Claudine was pulled in front of Adriana.
Seeing her once most admired student standing before her, Adriana felt a pang of guilt.
After all, she had indeed considered giving her daughter a bit more of a chance during the interview.
She just hadn’t expected that Claudine wouldn’t show up for the interview that day.
Darlene was just a child and didn’t understand the subtle relationships between adults.
She held Claudine’s hand and spoke proudly.
“Claudine, this is Ms. Nixon.
Let me tell you, Ms. Nixon is amazing, a truly incredible professor.
My mom is amazing too-she became Ms. Nixon’s student just like that.
In the future, my mom will be just as amazing as Ms. Nixon.
Isn’t my mom great!”
The innocent words of a child always strike straight to the heart.
Claudine felt a bitterness inside, but at this moment, she could only force a smile.
“Prof. Nixon, I came to see you. These are for you-they’re all your favorites.”
Adriana took the things from Claudine, her expression a bit awkward.
Now that their story was all over the internet, pretending not to know about their relationship would only seem more
contrived.
“Claudine, you’re here! Are you feeling better? I’ve been busy with the review these days and haven’t had a chance to visit you.”
Claudine could see Adriana’s discomfort, and she understood.
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After all, her private matters with Audrey shouldn’t be the standard by which Adriana judged a student.
If Adriana was willing to accept Audrey as a student, it must be because Audrey was truly capable.
“Prof. Nixon, I’m fine now.”
Claudine saw that Adriana looked well, and figured her mood must be good too.
That put her mind at ease.
Darlene tugged at Claudine’s hand.
“Are you also Grandma’s student?”
Claudine nodded, “Yes, I used to be Prof. Nixon’s student too.”
Darlene seemed a bit skeptical. She turned to Adriana, wanting to see if Claudine was telling the truth.
Adriana bent down and took Darlene into her arms.
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She pointed at Claudine and said, “She was Grandma’s favorite student, and also the best one. In the future, Darla should learn from Claudine and become a child like her.”
As Adriana said this, her gaze toward Claudine was full of admiration-and also… guilt.
Darlene looked at Adriana, then at Claudine.
She looked troubled.
“But Ms. Nixon, didn’t you say my mom is the best? You also said that one day my mom will be someone really amazing.”
The innocent words of a child always pierce through the adults’ facade.
Adriana’s expression froze for a moment, and she could only say, “They’re both my favorite students. In my eyes, they’re equally outstanding.”
Darlene was even more confused.
“But you can only have one favorite, can’t you?”
Adriana was stumped by the question.
Claudine knew better than anyone how mischievous Darlene could be.
“You can have many favorites, just like Darla likes LinaBell and also likes Funko figures.”
With Claudine’s explanation, Darlene understood.
She happily jumped down from Adriana’s lap, grabbed Claudine’s hand, and said, “I get it! It’s like how I like Mom, and I also like you.”
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Claudine’s hands were held by the little one, and as Darlene bounced around, Claudine’s body swayed along with her.
It had been a long time since she had seen Darlene, and even longer since Darlene had been so affectionate with her.
In the past, Claudine would have felt comforted at this moment, thinking that Darlene had finally come to appreciate
her.
But now, looking at Darlene’s little face, Claudine felt little emotional stir.
At that moment, a voice came from the hallway.
“Prof. Nixon, Darla, come back for dinner!”
Claudine followed the sound and saw Audrey in the hallway.
Audrey probably hadn’t expected Claudine to come here.
After snapping out of her surprise, she walked toward them.
“Ms. Hogan, long time no see!”
Audrey acted as if nothing had happened, but there was a hint of smugness in her gaze at Claudine.
Claudine didn’t want to make things awkward in front of Adriana.
She ignored Audrey and spoke only to Adriana.
“Prof. Nixon, I have something else to attend to, so I won’t disturb you any longer. Please take care of yourself, and I’ll visit again when I have time.”
Adriana knew about their relationship, so she didn’t insist on Claudine staying.
“Take care on your way, and remember to call if you need anything.”
“Goodbye, Prof. Nixon.”
Claudine turned to leave.
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