Jonathan navigated the car homeward, his hand finding Estelle's, "Got plans today? Joinat the office."
Estelle's smile was gentle, "Maybe tomorrow. I've already passed Amiee's wedding dress sketch to Harriet, and | need to discuss
sdetails with her today."
Jonathan glanced at her, his voice soft, "You wouldn't be wasting tat my place."
Estelle raised an eyebrow teasingly, "I'm worried speople might get distracted."
Jonathan just laughed silently.
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"Jonathan!" Estelle suddenly turned, confusion in her clear eyes, "Do you think my brother likes Sylvia? He's been with her these
past few days, but why did he leave all of a sudden?"
She had thought her brother and Sylvia, reuniting after years apart, had developed feelings for each other. But her brother's
departure was so decisive.
Now, with one in C City and the other in J City, seeing each other again seemed unlikely.
Jonathan pondered for a moment before speaking up, "There must be feelings involved. Otherwise, with Gab's status, he wouldn't
need to bother with the Barlows or the insignificant Brights. His bold move against them was a warning to everyone: stay away
from Sylvia. He set up a protective barrier for her!"
"Why else would he do that?"
Estelle thought it over and nodded, "Do you think Sylvia could be the reason my brother decided to step back?"
Jonathan raised an eyebrow, gripping her hand tighter, "We'll see!"
Hope and anticipation shone in Estelle's eyes,
"I really hope my brother starts taking better care of himself, without carrying so much burden."
Milanda sat in her chair,anizing sdocuments before looking up to hand them to Sylvia with a grin, "Boss, what's got you
zoned out?"
Sylvia looked up blankly, "What?"
"ou've been out of it ever since Mr. Carnes hasn't shown up today. Missing him that much?" Milanda teased. "Focus on work. shine
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