Hearing his words, a pang shot through Cameron. “About lately… Mom, please, just drop it. I’ll handle it. let out a sigh. you and should figure out. She spoke as if disappointed, but a hint of satisfaction eyes. If Yanina and Cameron split, she could pick a new daughter–in–law. There were lovely and promising girls out there. This time, she’d be more careful in her choice. Cameron didn’t have time for Sherry’s scheming. All he could think about Yanina. He grabbed his jacket rushed out Yanina stepped out of her about to head into her building when noticed a familiar figure. It was Cameron. He her, and they locked eyes he strode over. “How’d you know I live here?” Yanina asked, puzzled. “Zak gave me the address, Cameron replied. Yanina sighed. Of course, her address wasn’t a secret, and with skills, it was easy to find. do you need?” she asked. the auction help,” said. Yanina eyebrow. Thanks? For playing along with Or for not mentioning the turned to. Cameron, her voice cool “Grandpa took me in, I’ll always be grateful. to the auction with Mrs. Cameron was my way of it but don’t expect it again. Before she could turn to leave, Cameron grabbed her arm. His grip was his hand hot against her skin. He didn’t understand why he let Yanina go. time he saw her, his feelings were of control. He just wanted to hold on. Yet, he felt like he just figure in her life “Yanina, can talk about the Grandpa’s isn’t strong. I hope we can keep this until his birthday. thought of Carl, the vivacious man at the Zamora residence. Despite being ninety, he’d had a severe flu this year and been declining since. The news of their divorce might be too much for him. At the Zamora residence, Carl was the only one who treated her kindly, the only who considered her “family” “I agree. ” she said. nodded, as a weight had lifted. Tve cashed out shares and had Zak transfer the to you. ” “Okay,” Yanina nodded. “And I’ve transferred the house on the south side of city to name. “Alright,” she nodded expression neutral. Cameron felt a tightness in his chest, if her responses were always just “Mm–hman, no matter what said. Frustrated, he pulled Yanina’s hand behind her back, leaning in feeling dull ache in his stomach. Just Yanina in impossible to control himself. Is there really you want to say to His voice cool but seductive hint, a testosterone–laden allure drifting to her. Having been married a year, Yanina knew what that tone meant. now? Why why are you instead?” y aren’t you with her, and 10:12 Tue, Oct G Yanina’s words dampened Cameron’s anger. Why does she always have to a nerve!” “You’re staying with now, right? just mom come over, so might be tight for you to stay tonight. How about coming back me to SouthHaven Apartments?” suggested. Yanina thought for moment. Yetta’s place tiny–just over foot with a living and bathroom. was a studio. it seemed she and Yetta hard earned a few million from three months of livestream to barely afford it. It was cramped two of them; Yetta’s mom here now, there was no chance fitting “For the SouthHaven Apartments, I’ll pay you market price, like I’m buying it from you. “Alright,” Cameron nodded, satisfied that she would go back with him. As reached the car, Cameron let go of Yanina’s hand and moved to open the front passenger door, but she breezed right past him and climbed back seat, reducing him to a chauffeur. Yanina! Cameron hissed her name, his teeth clenched. “Let’s go. ” Yanina replied with a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. Her gaze was as frosty as ever. With of head. Cameron got in and engine. drove off silence, each lost in thoughts. Half an later, Cameron up SouthHaven Apartments, a wedding from his Gavin. They’d never lived there, it was fully furnished, ready for whenever they might it. “Even leave with nothing, Cameron said. “I don’t want people thinking I’m total jerk. But deep down, he was just an excuse to make seeing her easier. “Alright,” Yanina responded, her expression unchanging. was used to Cameron’s distant demeanor. After left, Yanina reset the lock’s code and fingerprint. Then, with bated breath, took out the “Heritage Rose” and it gently. The pink cup with its pattern was filled with her grandpa’s cherished her secret sips of tea, loving polish… Yanina’s vision blurred with a wave of emotion. Dad!” she’d screamed with all her might, but all she could was watch as the flames engulfed her parents. Her still police cap, to smile right the fire took him. Hands muffled her screams, and pain flooded her. When Yanina woke her grandfather had aged decades overnight, his bent as by her hospital bed. “Yani, tomorrow my will take you to Yvale Mr. Zamora will look after you there. You need to be good and leave this behind. come back. Your parents would want you to a normal life. Promise Grandpa… don’t come back!” Yanina couldn’t stem her tears. Even Yvale City, the of her parents lost to the flames her nightly. That was, the day met Cameron… A month into living at Zamora residence, woke from another nightmare, heart pounding. She wiped. away her tears and looked around the unfamiliar room, trying to calm down. from the heat her dream, opened her and headed for the kitchen. As she reached the door, bumped a chest. Looking saw bright the moonlight. It was the moment what it meant captivated instantly–love at first sight wasn’t just fairy tale. you Yanina?” he asked. nodded quietly. Cameron,” he introduced himself, her a glass of water. He noticed her tear–reddened eyes and rushed to his room, returning a dreamcatcher. “Hang this by your bed; it’ll stop the nightmares. it was all in her mind, she that devastating fire anymore. Yanina drift off to hugging her “Heritage Rose” Tea Set as it were her family. her sent for her but she was determined to uncover truth and find the version of herself she saw in her dreams The next morning, the phone rang. why didn’t you come home yesterday? Is everything okay?” Yetta asked as soon as Yanina her voice full of worry. Yanina remembered she’d been so up in her argument with Cameron that she’d tell about moving to SouthHaven Apartments. T’m fine, really,” Yanina her with a smile. “That’s great! By the set up a meeting with Goldenlight Entertainment. The contract is ready Yetta’s voice was bubbling with excitement Yanina replied, voice steady. on, Yani, excited! We’re going Goldenlight Entertainment, we’re going to a And who might run into my idol Just thought thrills Yetta exclaimed. Hearing the dreamy excitement Yetta’s voice, Yanina couldn’t help but sigh…. Yani, how we celebrate our stream suggested Celebrate? Maybe itaas a good idea. “Alright,” Yanina agreed. After that, she South Haven Apartments caught a cab to Yetta’s place. They got busy a while, then started their live stream. CrimsonSnow is online!] What’s today?] can’t wait!] CrimsonSnow, if gift a gift, will you smile for me?] Vanina sat calmly streaming room, wearing a cotton dress holding a plate of grilled steak. “Today, featuring a steak made from synthetic materials, not a whole cut. a bit so think carefully before she advised her viewers earnestly. [I really like how CrimsonSnow is! I’m definitely buying i 10:12 Tue, 22 G B This synthetic one doesn’t get your teeth! Let’s buy it!) Amid rush of one stood out, immediately capturing Yanina’s attention. [Is it really you?] Yanina frowned at the comment. It was strange. Then, account pinged a message. [I’m Callie. I’ve trying with you, but I didn’t have your contact details. I happened to catch live stream by luck. do you need?] Yanina asked with a frown [I was hoping could and chat in if that’s alright with you?] [It’s not. ] Yanina replied immediately, without hesitation. totally worth it!] The audience was crazy. [CrimsonSnow, hold still. You so beautiful when you frown. Now get why they call you Muse. ] [Sent a sports car I get to see CrimsonSnow smile, her totally [CrimsonStow, could you smile us, please?) The comments section was buzzing with even more excitement. Yanina private messages and concentrated on her stream. Two hours later, Yanina logged off another message from Callie: [Westshine Café, see you there. I’ll be waiting. Callie wanted to her. It was when Yanina the time. After for a moment, she decided to drive over Westshine Café Peering through the window, Yanina observed sitting her coffee and in her book. Despite her initial had admit was captivating the beautiful. No wonder was smitten. As entered, Callie a warm smile. Thanks for coming. Can I get you something to drink?” “Skip it, Ms. Let’s get to the point,” Yanina said, a seat, straight to business. Callie’s dropped slightly, and a of sorrow crossed her pale face. “I wanted apologize, I didn’t know it was your anniversary when I came back. “Cameron helped me return. I’m just a bystander, and hope my presence affect relationship, Callie added, dabbing her eyes with a tissue. A twinge of bitterness hit as she sipped her lemon water, Ms. weren’t you aware we’re divorced?” she asked. Callie’s eyebrows up, her falling open in surprise. was genuinely clueless. “No, Ms. Fulbright, you can’t be divorced!” blurted, her expression of concern. Yanina found it odd that Callie seemed sincere. ‘Cameron is so fond of Callie. hasn’t he told about the divorce? It was puzzling! Did you wait just Yanina her curiosity getting the of her. Fulbright, I can’t hide it from you any longer. I don’t have much time left, Callie admitted, pulling a folder from her bag handing Yanina a diagnosis report. “When I school, family me to Borealis, and Her voice 10:13 Tue, Oct 22 BB. 臻愛65%, choked, struggling to go on. They pumped me of and now only fifth of lungs function. The rest dead. The doctors say I have at three years…. “Cameron wants to me achieve my childhood dreams my remaining time. That’s extent of our relationship. I truly didn’t know your divorce, I’m so Ms. Fullright. I know you’re a good person. Please don’t Cameron. I hope you two can old together. Please…” the diagnosis report. Yanina looked up at Callic.