Chapter 156

As Joey recalled Charmine’s words from yesterday, she remembered how lonely and desolate Charmine’s gaze was. She stopped in her tracks and turned to Charmine. “Why don’t you stay for lunch today?” Stay for lunch today… This was the first time Joey had spoken to her with such a gentle tone since her return from Africa. Thinking of her plan, she answered, “Sure.” Joey then turned and called out, “Aunt Judy, please prepare lunch.” “Yes.” Aunt Judy left swiftly. All the staff and helpers sprang into action once they heard Charmine was having lunch at home for the first time in five years, though people like Jeremy seemed unperturbed. Although Tiffany made a mistake, it did not imply Charmine was innocent. To them, Charmine was the outsider who stole away twenty-five percent of the family share. They disbanded to mind their own business and ignored Charmine altogether. Charmine did not seem to mind either. She spent some time talking with Senior Jordan for a good while befor