Chapter 26 Laura grabbed his hand and in a sweet voice , she said , " I don't need a phone , Jasper . It's too expensive . " Jasper acted as if it wasn't a big deal . " The outfit you have on could buy you three phones . Don't make a noise ." Laura was at a loss for words . Jasper bought her a phone , a SIM card , and a children's smartwatch . He also accompanied her to buy a backpack , shoes , pajamas , and everything else she needed . They were all sent to Louis ' home . " Having made most of their purchases , Jasper contacted the driver to pick him up . He said , " Let's go home . " Laura trailed behind him eagerly . She was unable to keep up with the counting . She got a stack of clothes , a pile of bags , a phone , a tablet , and a multitude of odd and quirky items . There were even dolls . She thought that her brother was really a kind person with a cold exterior and a warm heart . She really liked him . She liked him a lot . Jasper lowered his gaze and glanced at her . It was quite apparent that Laura's demeanor was changing . From her initial shyness and lack of confidence, she had now reached a point where she could walk with her head held high , and her eyes were shining . It was completely different from the first time they met. That was how his sister should be . Feeling satisfied , he initiated a video call in the group chat . Louis answered , " What are you up to , Jasper ? " Noticing his indifferent attitude , Jasper frowned and remarked , " I've already gotten clothes for Laura . Every single thing has been relocated to your house in Thompson Residences . What is the password of your house ? " Louis was stunned and exclaimed in surprise , " What ? You've brought Laura back , and now you want to leave her with me ? What on earth are you thinking ? " Hearing this , Laura gazed fearfully at Jasper . Jasper also glanced at her somewhat awkwardly and quickly put on his Bluetooth earphones . It was clear that Louis didn't want to keep her . Laura lowered her head in a daze , looking fearfully out the window . 1/2 13 Chapter 26 She wondered if she would be sent back . Members of the Smith family , Xander , Everett , and Antonio , also joined the video call . Antonio said , " Although we have numerous properties , I'm concerned Winnie will visit those properties . That's why I can't have Laura stay in my house . You , on the other hand , have plenty of vacant houses . Could you shelter her for a while , until she comes of age and goes to university ? " Louis exclaimed in disbelief , " For a while ? Why not just let me raise her and have her take care of me in my old age when she grows up ? " Antonio's face darkened . " You know I won't shortchange you on the money. " Louis showed strong reluctance . " It's not a matter of money . Right now , it's about the fact that I don't like this child . She's Lilian's daughter ! Even if Lilian is my sister , she's still my enemy ! Why should I have to raise the daughter of my enemy ? I don't owe her , okay ? " He grew angrier as he spoke . " Are we going to help Lilian clean up her mess just because she died ? This child shouldn't even exist in this world ! She should've been taken care of from the start ! " Jasper frowned . Laura wasn't as bad as he thought . At least that was how Jasper felt . He said in a low voice , " If he's not willing , we can sell another property . He doesn't need to take care of her . We'll take care of her ourselves . " He could take care of Laura since she was easy to handle . Antonio firmly rejected , " No , our houses all have the risk of being discovered by Winnie . As long as Winnie catches a glimpse of this child , she'll recognize her instantly . She has already suffered a lot from what happened before . She can't handle any more shocks. " Louis couldn't understand . " Then just put her up for adoption ! " Antonio's expression grew even more displeased . " This child will attract attention as she grows up . If a prominent director takes an interest in her , there's a good chance she could become a child star . Many people want to adopt her , but each one has ulterior motives . If she gets exploited and turns into a cash cow without freedom , what are we going to do ? Are you willing to see that happen ? " Louis was speechless . He definitely wouldn't agree to it . After all , this child was the descendant of the Yale family . He couldn't allow others to benefit from it . 2/2