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The blender roared to life as it whirred away.
In no time, Vivian had turned all the fruits into juice, and Luca mixed it with cream before putting it in the fridge
to chill.
"Why don't we sit in the living room for a bit?" invited Luca.
Vivian shook her head. "Something cup, and | need to get back to finish sassignments. I should head
out now. Sorry for bothering you today."
Luca gently linked arms with her. "Letwalk you out."
"It's okay. It's too hot outside, and | already called a ride online. You should stay here and spend twith the
kids," replied Vivian. She had spent the day with Lanie and Rainie, and they had talked a lot about Luca.
She could not help but marvel at how much the kids really adored Luca.
She did not want to trouble Luca and preferred to let her spend more twith the kids.
"Okay, just be careful on your way back, and callwhen you get to the campus," said Luca as she walked
Vivian to the door.
"Will do. Bye!" Vivian waved as she left.
Luca waved back and headed into the living room.
Tommy toddled over on his little legs, then wrapped his arms around Luca and asked, "Ms. Luca, is the ice cream
ready yet?"
"Already craving it?" Luca smiled, ruffling his short hair.
"Yes, | really want some!" Tommy blinked his big round eyes, which sparkled like grapes, sending a clear
message of how eager he was.
Luca chuckled. "It's ready, but you can't eat it yet."
"Huh? Why not?" Tommy was confused.
"It's because ice cream has to freeze first, silly Tommy!" Rainie chimed in, having overheard their conversation.
She explained it to him.
Tommy suddenly understood. "Oh, | get it now!
"I'm really craving it," added Tommy.
"How about sjuice instead? Freshly made." Luca realized the child had not had any water since he came
back from his competition. She gently touched his damp hair.
"Yes, please!" Tommy's eyes lit up. Even though the juice Luca made did not have any of the additives one would
find in store-bought ones, he loved it.
It tasted like a mom's special touch!
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtLuca turned to Lanie and Rainie. "Do you guys want sjuice too? It's been chilling for a bit."
She never let the kids drink anything too cold, knowing it could upset their stomachs. The juice was just the right
temperature. It was cool but not too cold, making it comfortable to drink.
"Yes!" Lanie and Rainie both replied.
Luca let go of Tommy and went into the kitchen to pour three glasses of juice for the kids.
They each picked their favorite and sat on the couch, sipping while reading their books.
Aunt Neile cdownstairs after finishing her cleaning and asked, "Ms. Craw, | heard that Mr. Crawford's mother
is coming back to the country, and she'll be staying here, right?"
"Yes, that's right." Luca nodded. "But I'm not sure exactly when she's arriving. | imagine it won't be long till we
learn the date."
"When she comes, will she stay in the guest room, or will she take over Mr. Crawford's current bedroom?" asked
Aunt Neile. She had not asked Luke about it, assuming Luca had the authority to decide.
Luca was about to suggest that Luke's study, which was technically a second bedroom, could be used for
Allison's bedroom.
However, she remembered that the second bedroom was directly across from the master bedroom. If both doors
were open, they could easily see into each other's rooms. That thought made her uncomfortable.
After considering it for a moment, Luca made up her mind. "The guest room would be better. Madam Allison
prefers peace and quiet, and that area is quieter."
"But isn't the guest room a bit too small?" Aunt Neile expressed her concern.
Luca shook her head. Even though the guest room was smaller, it was well-equipped. She replied, "The guest
room will be fine. Aunt Neile, please get it ready when the tcomes. I'll have all the furniture replaced. I'll
contact a furniture store to deliver new pieces."
Even though she did not particularly enjoy spending twith Allison, Luca knew from the years she was
married to Luke that Allison had very high standards when it cto living conditions.
The current furniture in the guest room was not from a brand Allison liked, and if she found out the furniture had
been used by others, she would definitely be unhappy.
Rather than dealing with Allison's complaints later, Luca figured it was best to handle everything now-even if it
meant going through a bit more trouble.
"Alright, so you don't want the old furniture anymore?" asked Aunt Neile, knowing the furniture in the guest room
was still in great condition.
"No, we won't keep it," answered Luca. She noticed Aunt Neile's disappointed look and added, "If you don't mind,
| can arrange for a moving company to deliver the furniture to your place."
Aunt Neile's face lit up. "Really?"
"The fumiture is still in good shape, and it'd be a shto throw it away," replied Luca. The bed and mattress, in
particular, were rarely used. Only Nina and Vivian had slept there, and everything was still very clean.
"Thank you, Ms. Craw," Aunt Neile thanked her gratefully, not at all bothered by the idea of secondhand
furniture. "I'll take care of it now," said Luca as she made her way upstairs to discuss the matter with Luke.
"Do whatever you think is best," said Luke, having no objections to her plan. He thought Luca's arrangement was
reasonable.
Even though Allison was his biological mother, her disfigurement made him uncomfortable, and he preferred not
to see her every the cand went from his bedroom.
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Once everything was settled, Luca let out a sigh of relief. By handling it all in advance, Allison would have no
reason to criticize her when she returned.
Luca went downstairs, where Aunt Neile had already prepared lunch.
Ms. Craw, you're just in time. Lunch is ready," said Aunt Neile.
"Great. Luke's in the middle of an international meeting, so just keep sfood warm for him. He'll cdown
when he's done." After picking out the furniture earlier, Luca stopped by Luke's office.
He was on a call with Marcos discussing a project they were working on together. She decided not to disturb him
and went downstairs for lunch instead.
"Understood, Ms. Craw," replied Aunt Neile, setting aside a portion of food for Luke.
After Luca and the kids finished lunch, Luke was still in his meeting. She took the kids upstairs for their afternoon
nap.
After making sure the kids were asleep, Luca returned to the master bedroom to take a nap herself.
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"Watching you makesfeel at ease," replied Luke.
Luca smiled and turned to face him, gazing at the man who was leaning against the headboard, still working."
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"I've never been like everyone else." Luke let out a soft chuckle. Watching Luca sleep made him want to rest as
well.
However, he could not allow himself that luxury.