From Ashes of Scandal to His Embrace (Laurinda) novel Chapter 132

When Beatrice saw that Laurinda had caught on, she smiled and gently tapped Laurinda’s smooth forehead with her finger. For a moment, she was lost in a memory of Laurinda as a baby, curled up in her crib. She let out a soft sigh.

“If your mom could see her little girl all grown up, she’d be over the moon, don’t you think?”

Laurinda didn’t answer. She just leaned against Beatrice’s shoulder, eyes closed. In her mind, she saw a gentle woman’s face. It had been ages since she’d dreamed of her.

York came in, a folder in his hand. He paused when he saw them, then walked over to Laurinda.

“Hey, are you okay? Not feeling well?”

“I’m fine. Just needed a minute with Grandma,” Laurinda said. “Are we ready?”

She let go of Beatrice and sat up, taking the folder from York. She flipped through the papers, then glanced over at the big grandfather clock in the corner.

“Looks like it’s time. Let’s head out.”

Laurinda rose from the couch and Adolphus came over, holding out her down jacket. She slipped it on and lowered her voice.

“Take them home when you get a chance. York and I will just go straight back. No need to come pick me up later.”

Before they could leave, Lea spoke up.

“Laurinda, wait. I need to ask you something,” she said. “I want to take Jasper abroad with me. I have a tour coming up, and I’d love for him to be my guest.”

Laurinda didn’t answer right away. She turned to Jasper instead, wanting to hear what he thought.

Jasper’s eyes sparkled. She could see how much he wanted to go.

“If he’s up for it, that’s fine. Just send me the details so I know where he’ll be. If you need help setting things up, let me know. Jasper, remember to listen to Lea when you’re away, okay?”

She reached out and messed up Jasper’s hair a little. He threw his arms around her waist, hugging her tight.

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