Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 1156

Cole sat there quietly, feeling like the weight of the world was on his shoulders. Things were getting out of hand, and if they didn't find the person soon, the consequences could be disastrous.

Frustrated, Cole grumbled, "Ever since we got back, it's been one mess after another. Nothing we do seems to work out. I told you not to come back, but you just wouldn't listen."

Makiko sighed, "I didn’t expect your family to be so full of surprises. Who’d have thought someone as clueless as Rowan could have a brilliant kid like Oliver?"

"Even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while," Cole said, shaking his head. "My no-good son Dorian hit the jackpot with Oliver. It really makes a difference."

Thinking of Oliver naturally brought Wilder to Cole’s mind. The difference between them was like night and day. Oliver’s presence had truly been a blessing for the Baldwin family. Both Makiko and Cole were caught in a mix of melancholy and regret.

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When Josefina got home, her brother Calix came running up with a Mickey Mouse balloon. "Hey, sis, this is for you!"

He handed her the string, and Josefina looked up at the floating balloon, feeling a bit bemused. It was a bit childish.

"Do you like it?" Calix asked eagerly.

A moment ago, she thought it was silly, but now she beamed at Calix. "I love it. I really do." Anything from Calix had to be cherished.

With a happy bounce in her step, Josefina walked into the house with Calix, balloon in hand.

"Sis, I brought you loads of treats. Go take a look," Calix chattered on, trailing behind Josefina without sparing a glance for Oliver.

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