Tinsley beamed, saying, “Hannah, your capabilities have never been in question for me. If not for that stupid decision your mom.
Before she could continue, Tinsley shook her head.
“There’s no point dredging up the past. Hannah, I realize managing Edwin is no small task, and I apologize for the burden.”
Hannah gave a subdued smile.
“Don’t worry, Grandma. Edwin is a good kid. He just needs some guidance.”
“Alright, off you go, you two.”
When they went downstairs, Edwin immediately got to his feet and obediently followed Hannah. It was the first time he addressed her with such respect.
“Hannah.”
Hannah glanced back and said, “Don’t think this will make me give you allowance.”
Edwin flushed slightly.
“Uh… I wasn’t after money. I just wanted to apologize. I was wrong before. I promise to focus on my studies and not repeat my past mistakes.”
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Hannah stared Edwin, who still bore the marks of two slaps, then relented.
“Promises are easy. Let’s revisit this when you’re actually back in school.”
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Seated some distance away, Bainbridge looked uneasy. When he tried to catch Hannah’s eye, she avoided his gaze and led Edwin straight out of the villa.
After she left, Bainbridge began to complain to Jalen, “Why does she have to be so confrontational, leading people to misunderstand her?”
Jalen’s expression remained frosty.
“It’s hardly the first time you’ve misjudged her. You’ve never given her the benefit of the doubt.
What’s the use of explaining if you’re not going to believe her?”
Jalen patted Bainbridge on the back and continued, “You’re too biased against her.”
Still puzzled, Bainbridge said, “Everyone seems to be on her side.
Has she put a spell on you all?”
Jalen sighed and said, “If you’re not willing to trust her, then anything we say is futile.”
In front of the White family’s mansion, Hannah was giving Edwin a ride back to his school.
“I’ve got something else to ask… Not sure if you’d be willing to help,” Edwin muttered, a bit awkward.