Chapter 344 The Love I Deserved
She had chosen the attic
Elliot had called it embarrassing.
In the end, they stuck her in the storage room. No windows. Damp. Dark.
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Lauren looked around the bright, cozy princess room lovingly decorated just for her–and couldn’t stop the tears from falling.
Madam Shirley panicked a little. “Lauren, sweetheart, what’s wrong? You don’t like the room? That’s okay. we can change it. I’ll keep redecorating until you love it
Lauren shook her head. “No, I love in I’ve… I’ve never had such a beautiful room before.”
She suddenly threw her arms around Madam Shirley’s neck.
Thank you. Mommy.”
Her little body trembled as she clung tightly to her. Silent tears streamed down her cheeks, soaking Madam Shirley’s shoulder.
Madam Shirley’s eyes turned misty. She gently patted Lauren’s back, her voice thick with emotion. “Silly girl, you don’t have to thank me. This is your home now. Whatever you want, I’ll give you.”
Lauren turned her face and planted a kiss on her cheek
“You’re the best, Mommy.”
That one kiss melted Madam Shirley’s heart into mush
She knew, without a doubt, that adopting Lauren had been the best decision of her life.
Just look at her–10 sweet, so affectionate. She kissed me! Oh what heaven it was to be kissed by a soft little bundle of cuteness like this.
Hmph! Not like Victor, that stiff block of ice who never smiles never hugs, never acts cute. Zero charm!
Overwhelmed with joy. Madam Shirley hugged Lauren tighter, peppered her with kisses, and buried her nose in Lauren’s soft hair, inhaling her sweet baby scent like it was the most addictive thing in the world. Mr. Timely stood off to the side, watching the scene with a mix of pride and… envy.
He gave a dramatic little cough and crouched down in front of Lauren, his eyes shining with anticipation.
“Lauren,” he said meaningfully. “I picked this room out for you. Personally supervised the whole
renovation”
It was a clear hint
Lauren blinked.
She wasn’t sure if she was imagining it. After a childhood filled with cold shoulders and indifference, she’d
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Every time she tried to please them in her last life, all she got in return was rejection and ridicule.
But Mr. Timely’s eyes held something gentle. Hopeful Eager.
She hesitated only a moment before deciding:
They’re not like before. This time, my love won’t be thrown awry.
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Lauren reached out her chubby hands, cupped Mr. Timely’s handsome, dignified face, and planted a kiss
on his cheek.
Mr. Timely lit up like a kid on Christmas morning. A big, bright smile stretched across his face–pure joy and disbelief all rolled into one.
So this is what people mean when they say daughters are daddy’s little angels… this feeling is real!
He barely managed to contain his excitement, afraid of startling her.
But he couldn’t help it. He scooped Lauren into his arms and spun around, beaming.
Madam Shirley laughed and teased, “Look at you! Try not to scare her with how happy you are.”
But her smile was wide, her eyes tender and full of warmth.
Victor stood off to the side, quietly watching.
A tiny pang rose in his chest.
He wanted a hug too.
kiss hi
He wanted her to kiss him too.
Fidgeting, he tugged at the hem of his shirt and mumbled, “The stuffed animals in your room…. I picked them out.”
His cheeks flushed red the moment the words left his mouth.
Lauren peeked out from Mr. Timely’s arms and saw Victor’s awkward expression. It made her want to laugh.
He’s such a serious little guy. acting all grown up when he’s clearly still a kid. That contrast is kind of cute.
She wriggled out of Mr. Timely’s arms.
He let her go reluctantly, his arms suddenly feeling empty.
Lauren walked over to Victor, stood on tiptoe, and gave him a quick peck on the cheek.
Thank you, Victor. You’re the best.”
The perfect peacekeeper–fair to everyone, making no one feel left out.
Between the three of them–Mr. Timely, Madam Shirley, and Victor–every face was now glowing with delight.
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Victor’s turned so red, he looked like he might burst.
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