Chapter 27 Me ! Regret ? Leia Blinked , then playfully fluttered her lashes at Kimberly , her lips curling into an amused smile .

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Mom , what are you talking about ? Kimberly sighed .
I remember when you first met Nicolas , you seemed to like him .
But after you found out about his playboy reputation and his endless string of women , you flatly refused any talk of marriage to him .
She paused , her tone thoughtful But today , Nicolas is nothing like the man we thought we knew .
Hes courteous , refined , and exudes a grace thats far from the wild , imresponsible heir wed imagined .
Seeing this side of him … I just wondered if you might regret not agreeing to marry him back then Mom , youre overthinking it Leia interrupted before Kimberly could finish .
Leias smile softened as she added , Til admit , when I was young and naive , I had a fleeting crush on Nicolas .
But that was in the past .
You know full well the person in my heart now is …..
Her voice trailed off as a faint blush dusted her cheeks .
She lowered her head shyly , her coy demeanor making Kimberly suddenly recall something Oh , right Kimberly exclaimed , chuckling at her own forgetfulness .
How could I forget youve been smitten with Harley Parker all this time ! Speaking of which , I heard from Mrs.
Parker that hes coming back to the country soon.
Yes .
Leas eyes brightened , her voice soft and tinged with delight .
He mentioned in our old class group chat that hes planning to attend university here , at Eston University .
Really ? Kimberlys surprise turned into a delighted smile .
Then you and Harley will have plenty of chances to see each other again ! Harley Parker was the only son of the prestigious Parker family in Reniam City , a paragon of nobility and achievement .
He was widely admired in their social circles , his name synonymous with excellence .
Leis and Harley had shared a classroom during high school , but their connection had been limited to fleeting interactions before Harley left for overseas studies during their first year .
Since then , they had only exchanged the occasional holiday greeting Despite this , Harley had left a deep impression on Leia .
Compared to Nicolass wild , untamed charm , Harleys composed elegance and clean reputation made him Leias ideal partner .
Thats wonderful , Kimberly said , clearly pleased .
If things work out between you and Harley , it would be such a lovely match .
Her joy was tempered by a lingering curiosity .
Kimberly glanced at Leia again , her tone tentative .
But Leia , maybe its just me , but it seems like you dont really like Noelle spending time with Nicolas ? Leias expression didnt waver .
She admitted with apparent sincerity , Mom , youre right .
I do have some conce concerns about Noelle and Nicolas Not out of jealousy , of course , Leia added quickly , her tone measured .
But dont you think Noelle relies on Nicolas too much ? Women today should be independent and self reliant , yet she always seems to cling to him , expecting him to solve everything for her .
Thats not acceptable behavior for a daughter of the Anderson Family , Kimberly sighed .
When you put it that way , I suppose youre right .
Leia potiond the shaft in Kimberlys stance and pressed on , her voice heavy with a resigned wisdom .
Even if Nicolas appears to be a gentleman now , his reputation as a womanizer isnt unfounded .
Sure , hes indulging Noelle now , but what happens when he loses interest Ill be Noelle who gets hurt in the end .
Thats why I hope she can learn To stand on her own two feet and not let herself be led around by a man Youre such a considerate sister , Leia Kimberly said , her face softening with affection .
I only hope Noelle can learn from you and katrinoor just as independent and level headed grow into Dont worry , Moin Leigently looped her arm through Kimberlys .
Im sure Noelle will mature in time .
But when it comes to her relationship with Nicolas , I think you should have a talk with her Kimberly nodded decisively .
I will .
Theyre not even even married yet cant keep clinging to him like this ? * Exactly , Leia replied with a satisfied smile , Iser eyes glining with triumplu .
1/2 Chapter 27 Meanwhile , Miles and Notte had just finished their moral Hearty reverindulged , wadded to the restaurant with one arm heared as her had veched her stars as the Merdars .
Her other proaned dramatically Truck .
Im ay fall i feel like my foods about to come back up the whimpered , her fare wore bed .
not the Survilas shock file heart , half repeated , half amused .
I warned you over .
You didnt have to finish everything you know ? Nicolas took Noelle to earlier Greedy are .
Noelle undered two massive crale , weighing over ten perends in coral the hard harely finished one before she started feeling full , but still , she insisted on finishing the second one .
Now , shes definitely paying the price our Tour Irdnt waste Noelle shot hark baking up at him with a determined pour Those crabs grew so big it wouldve been disrespectful no couldnt at looking thes , yes , you respected the crabs Nicolas said with a chuckle .
He placed a large , steady hand on her soft , round belly and began gently massaging ith this helpin Noelle admitted , her face relaxing Térolas worked his magle .
His hand was warm , firm , and soothing and she found herself swd we walk around a bit to help you diger Niedas suggested .
Cory bette chirped , perking upo They wandered to the entertainment section of the mall .
Nicolas was about to suggest bowling or billiards , but as they passed a row of clas wich plush toys , Noelle frove Nuk Whats that ? the asked , her eyes wide with childlike wonder Nas followed her you and couldnt help but smile .
Despite everything , she was still just a young girl at heart .
s a clew machine , be explained , his tone indulgent .
Havent you ever played one ? Do you want to my Yes luking her heard .
Not far away , 11 › young men descended the escalator of them sported the law machines and it up with excitement .
He tugged at the sleeve of his companion , a tall , aloof figure dressed in black nael wear , with earbuds in and a look that serrated eave me alone Hadley Look , thew machines ! Lets go playe 9:26 AM c