Chapter 26 Is That Ian?

That way, Ansel's family in Velmora could finally stop trying to play matchmaker from afar. Gardenia was still reeling from the earlier onslaught. Her ears were still ringing, so she barely caught a word of what was said. Ansel could tell just by looking at her dazed expression that she hadn't heard him. He clicked his tongue, then wrapped his arms around her and lifted her from the bed. She might not have heard him, but at least she reacted to this. "Mr. Leager! I… I really can't anymore…" "We're done. I'm just taking you to the shower." … While Ansel was away on his three-day business trip, Juliet took every opportunity to persuade Gardenia to help her. Luckily, Gardenia had work during the day and could use it as an excuse to avoid Juliet, giving her some peace and quiet. On the weekend, Gardenia normally wouldn't have to wake up early, but that day was special—she had to get up early to wash up and get ready. The good news was that Tessa's flight was arriving at 10:00 am—G