Chapter 25, Something Has Happened
Just as she was about to turn and leave, the heavy door creaked open from the inside with a dull sound. She quickly slipped into an empty room nearby.
"Shaochen, we're going to the celebration party later. Will you come with us?" It was Nicola Duncan's voice, soft and tinged with a hint of coquettishness.
"I'm afraid they might feel uncomfortable if I go. You guys have fun," Channing MacArthur responded indifferently.
Nicola Duncan seemed displeased by his refusal.
"But, I want you to come with me, okay? Shaochen."
Her coquettishness didn't sway Channing MacArthur.
Channing MacArthur lifted his arm and glanced at his watch. "Alright, you go ahead and have fun. Grandpa's birthday is tomorrow, and I'll send someone to pick you up."
"Tomorrow is tomo
