Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
Claude asked curiously, “So which telescope did Sage keep in the end? I’m sure he chose the one I bought. After all, I know very well which type of telescopes kids like.
“I even did some research and asked for my friend’s help to get it. It’s a limited edition telescope that money can’t buy. Those expensive
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telescopes that you all bought with money are not special or valuable at afp.”
A realization hit Mia. “Oh, are you the one who bought the black and white telescope?”
Claude answered in surprise, “No, the one I bought is gray.”
Claude’s denial left Mia surprised. Then who bought it?
Based on their conversation earlier, it seemed like Claude bought the telescope. But the color didn’t match, so he wasn’t the one who purchased it.
Mia was curious whose telescope Sage fancied. After exchanging information, they realized none of their gifts gained Sage’s favor.
Dominic chanced a glance at Eva. “Babe, did you get a telescope for Sage?”
“Nope. All of you bought one, and I’m certainly not that childish to participate in this contest of earning Sage’s favor. Of course I bought something else.”
Mia spread her hands. “I didn’t get one for Sage either.”
She was aware that her brothers were competing with each other to see whose gift Sage favored the most. They started this after knowing what Sage liked. Nonetheless, she was disinterested in such childish antics.
“How strange. Whose telescope did Sage take then?”
“Could it be from a relative or friend?”
Eva immediately asked Wade for more information, wanting to find out who gifted Sage the telescope.
Wade contemplated for a while and replied, “Isn’t this the telescope you all ordered for Sage? Someone delivered it to our place. It was a pretty famous brand, in fact. The telescopes you bought were also delivered straight from the company as well, so I thought it was from you all.
He continued, “So, I didn’t pry further. I checked it, and since it didn’t have any issues, I placed it in Sage’s room.”
Dominic frowned. “Who was it from?”
If it weren’t for this damned telescope, Sage would’ve kept the one he bought.
“That’s strange. Perhaps someone heard about it and did so to please our family.”
Mia nodded. This seemed like the only plausible explanation.
Otherwise, why would anyone splurge on a telescope? It wasn’t just any telescope; it was a limited edition one which carried ano exorbitant price tag.
She didn’t even come across this model when she perused the latest models.
Claude suddenly showed his phone to her. “Is this the telescope you mentioned?”
Mia glanced at it and nodded hastily. “Yes, that’s the one. What’s so special about this telescope?”
Claude’s expression grew complicated. The telescope was one of a kind due to its premium configuration. Only three were released back then. Also, it was considered a very professional instrument which scientists would use.
And now, this telescope was priceless. It was a collectible rather than a purchasable item.
Connor chimed in, “I think I heard some news about this. Two of them were bought by the national research institute, and one of them was added to a private collection. It seems a tycoon in Bern City bought it to please his son.”
Astonished, Mia asked, “That’s strange. Dominic, are we in any way acquainted with that tycoon in Bern City?”
Dominic glanced at the tycoon’s photo and shook his head. “Nope.”
“Then who would send such a telescope over?”
Ordinary people couldn’t even afford such lavish items. Even if they could, how could they casually send it to someone anonymously?
Just then, Mia suddenly remembered someone.
No way. Could it be Timothy?
It was too much of a coincidence for a tycoon in Bern City to purchase this telescope.
Mia quickly took a fruit to mask her embarrassment. She certainly didn’t expect that bastard to do something like that.
The Lanes weren’t fools either, as they soon realized who it was. A tycoon from Bern City who was willing to splurge? Everything about it screamed that bastard Timothy.
Dominic glanced at Mia. “Mia, who do you think sent this telescope?”
Mia fell silent. This was like addressing the elephant in the room.
Just then, Sage came downstairs with Ginger. They were holding hands.
Beaming at them, Eva chirped, “Sage, Ginger, you’re here. Come and sit down.”
Mia immediately seized the chance to tend to her children, avoiding Dominic’s question. She didn’t expect Timothy to pull such a stunt in secret. He really was fearless. If he angered Dominic, he wouldn’t be able to stay in Nord City.
Dominic wouldn’t even show a sliver of mercy to the mayor if he was furious.
Already having a guess, Dominic narrowed his eyes.
“Dominic, I think Timothy is still in Nord City,” Connor whispered.
“Why don’t we just get rid of him once and for all?” Claude asked.
Dominic’s tone turned cold. “I’ll talk to him.” This had to end no matter what.
Nathan began, “I think Nicholas is a good match for Mia. Why don’t we speed things up for them?”
Dominic nodded. “I think that’s a good idea.” He also found that Nicholas was a better candidate than Timothy, after years of observation.
“Wait. Since Nicholas is coming for dinner later, why don’t we ask him first? Marrying our sister won’t be so easy, after all.”
Listening to their conversation, Eva made no attempt to object. She also thought Nicholas was a decent man.
But sometimes, a relationship couldn’t be forced.
The Lane family was bustling with activity, Ginger had finished her meal earlier, so she took out her Apple Watch. There was an unread message.
Feeling somewhat guilty, she chanced a glance at the adults. After excusing herself and scurryinge away she quietly sent a voice message.
“I just finished eating. Sage received a lot of presents.”
“Who are you talking to?” Sage approached her.
Startled, Ginger cowered and stuttered, “N-No one.”
“Give it to me.”
Sage extended his hand, and Ginger finally surrendered her Apple Watch to him.
“Don’t tell Mommy and our uncles.”
Skimming through the chat, he had a rough guess of who it was.
He met Ginger’s eyes and questioned, “Why are you updating him?”
Awash in guilt, Ginger lowered her head and mumbled, “I was just chatting with him.”
“Did you forget what that man did to Mommy?”
Ginger nodded. “Mommy said this is an adult matter. But I won’t forgive him easily. He has to properly apologize to Mommy.”
Frustrated, Sage glared at her and said, “You better not get your hopes up. Mommy is about to get engaged to Uncle Nicholas.” “Really?”
Ginger chanced a glance at
Nicholas, who was still dining at the table. She also liked him. She might be upset if Mia were to be together with another man, but it didn’t seem so bad if it were Nicholas.
“Yeah. Tell that to the man,” Sage said coldly.
Ginger truly was obedient. She did as Sage said, relaying the information to Timothy.
But she still felt somewhat uneasy. Adult matters were indeed complicated. Being a child like her was much simpler.
Timothy received a voice message from Ginger, and he felt like his heart was about to melt when he heard her adorable voice.
Hearing that she had just finished her meal, he felt reassured. Just as he pondered how to find out who else was at the dinner, he received another voice message from her. The smile on Timothy’s face vanished instantly after listening to the message. His expression darkened.
Mia was actually going to be engaged to Nicholas?
This couldn’t be. He had never heard any news about it before.
Timothy swallowed hard. Nonetheless, he called Ginger. He had to confirm this matter with her now.
Hiding behind the sofa, Ginger whispered, “Hello?”