"Hayden, I remember that you can drink! Come drink with me!" Ben was excited and went to sit down next to Hayden.Hayden could not refuse and went along with it."If Eric hadn't undergone surgery, I would make him drink with me." Ben's face was flushed, but he managed to keep a level head. "So I'm left with drinking with you.""Uncle Ben, I'll only have two glasses with you. I recall that you have fatty liver.""Why do you have such great memory? Your aunt never lets me drink... so I don't drink most of the time... This is a special occasion, though, right?" Ben clinked glasses with Hayden. "It's fine to drink every once in a while. I know my limits.""Just drink one glass." Avery stopped them. "It's not Layla's wedding day yet! Take it slow, Ben! Your health is the most important.""He is just an alcoholic who looks for excuses to drink everywhere!" Lilith mocked. "He said his life holds no meaning if he is unable to drink. He would sneak to drink or two behind my back every day
"Ivy, is everyone this nice here?" Kiara asked."Well... pretty much." Ivy would never mention what happened to them as she did not want them to worry.The three took a few photos in the hallway, and Ivy took them backstage."This is where I recite my script and get my makeup done," Ivy whispered as there were others aroundRose saw others reciting their script and dragged Ivy outside."Ivy, thank you for agreeing to our request. We should head back now. It's not time for your shift to start yet, so are you going to go home and rest?" Rose askedIvy glanced at the time and shook her head. "I would have to come back later again anyway, so I will stay here and recite my script. I will send you downstairs. Text me when you get home.""Sure.""Rose, let me know the next time you design jewelry. I want to see you when you work as well!" Ivy was curious about other career paths as well."Of course! I will let you know."Ivy watched as they got into the car, and since it was still t
Ordinary people of the opposite sex would never drink from one another's straws, so it was not difficult to conclude that the two were dating.Since Anthony's show began long after Andrea's and Ivy's, he did not need to arrive at the station this early and was clearly there to keep Andrea company.Ivy turned and returned to the station thoughtfully.Since Andrea and Anthony were so absorbed in their own world, they did not notice Ivy; even if they did, they had nothing to fear.Both Andrea and Anthony were receiving great feedback in the popularity survey, and so long as they did not end up at the bottom of the survey, they would still be in the running to work at the station. Half an hour later, Anthony and Andrea arrived at the station and were both shocked when they saw Ivy backstage."Ivy, why are you here so early? You are even earlier than I am." Andrea's seat was close to Ivy's so Ivy immediately caught a whiff of Andrea's perfume."As expected of a woman who's in love.
She did not know how a first-year student like Ivy had such a powerful presence."Anthony, am I right?" Ivy asked.Anthony adjusted his glasses awkwardly. "It's in the past. We should all just be more careful moving on.""I suppose! After all, you aren't the one who had his script swapped, so it's only normal that you can let it slide." Ivy shot Anthony a gleeful smirk. "Anthony, you are beaming today. Are you in love or something?"The awkwardness on his face intensified, and after a few moments of hesitation, he said, "Why are you bringing this up all of a sudden, Ivy? Why don't I treat you two to coffee?""It's fine." Ivy picked up her cup of coffee and showed it to them. "I already bought a cup." She paused, before adding, "Earlier this evening, in fact."Ivy said that on purpose. Both Andrea and Anthony immediately realized that Ivy had seen them, or she would have never asked if Anthony was in love."There's no regulation in the station that forbids employees from dating,
"What are you trying to say? Can't I wish for that?" Layla retorted. "Your brother-in-law and I have great genes, and it would be a waste to not have kids!"Robert stared at her in shock. "A wish is called a wish because it hasn't been fulfilled," Layla drawled.Everyone who was a parent understood how Layla felt. "Layla, I'm sure your wish will come true. Once Eric gets better, you can have your own children. I know a female friend who had a heart transplant. She gave birth to a perfectly healthy child even after the surgery," Lilith consoled her.Layla's eyes lit up. "Really? Haha! I guess there's a great chance that my wish will come true!""Layla, is that really your wish?" Robert asked. "I was guessing!""Robert, it's New Year's and I don't want to have to beat you up." Layla shot a warning glare at Robert. "What is your wish?""I don't have any... It's too early for me to form a family, and I'm doing well in my studies..." Robert said."You're working as a basic salesp
"Harrod, what's your wish?" Lilith tapped her son on the shoulder.Ever since Harrod had started middle school, his personality had changed drastically, and Lilith felt like her son had entered the rebellious stage."To get full scores for my final exam and make Mom happy," Harrod said.Lilith had not had the chance to study while growing up, so she made sure that her son focused on his academic achievements and was pleased to hear what he said."It's very hard to get a full score for everything, and I don't need you to do that." Lilith did not want to pressure Harrod."Harrod, do you only want to make your mom happy? What about me?""If Mom is happy, you will be, too," Harrod said.Ben was instantly rendered speechless, and Lilith was overjoyed.After breakfast, the girls gathered to discuss topics like gossip, beauty, and fashion tips, while Harrod went to play video games with Robert."Have you all noticed that kids don't cling to you as much once they grow up?" Lilith aske
"Are you done with the preparations for Layla's wedding?" Lilith asked. "When will it be?""The preparations are almost done, considering how much help we have," Avery said. "It can pretty much take place any time, but we are still celebrating New Year's, so we didn't want to take the attention away from that.""You need to decide on a date soon and send out the invitations!""I will speak to Layla and Eric about it," Avery said."Layla is going to get married yet she still acts like a child sometimes!" Lilith was amused by Layla going up the stairs with the other younger girls."We were just like her when we were in our twenties, weren't we?" Avery thought back to the days when she was young; it all felt like yesterday. All the memories seemed fresh, yet so far beyond her grasp.Shortly after, Kiara came running down the stairs with a gift she received."Mom, Layla, and Ivy gave me this for New Year's." Kiara showed Shea a sophisticated purse. "Look, Mom, it's the shape of a sl
"Alright!" Lilith said gloomily. "Avery's kids are all so brilliant, and whenever I think about the difference between Harry and them, I would doubt whether Elliot and I are even related. I've pretty much let go of that now. Every kid is different, so maybe Harrod will only start to shine later in life.""Even if he doesn't turn out the way you want him to, you shouldn't feel frustrated about it either. Everyone wants their kids to be successful, but we are all still human. You succeed as a parent as long as your child has great manners and health," said Avery. Shea nodded in agreement."Fine. I will just leave him be for a while." Lilith set her burden aside."You can't exactly just let him run free either. You need to have some rules. You can't push too hard, nor can you give him too much freedom... There's a trick to these things..." Avery said.Lilith's head started to hurt from all the information."If you are getting tired, leave Harrod to Ben. Don't worry. I'm sure Ben kn