DreameNovelChapter 18 Chapter 18 When Clara woke up, her head telt heavy, and her nose was stutty. She figured she must have caught a cold, likely to not being used to the local climate After rummaging through her suitcase, she pulled out a thicker outfit and changed. Just as she was about to head out to find a pharmacy, Ethan called, "Ms. Salford, I've found a lead on the house you asked about. Would you be available to take a look today? Clara was surprised by how quicldy Ethan had found something Grateful, she replied, "I'm free. Thank you for going out of your way, Mr. Stone. Ethan chocded. "It's no trouble. Can I pick you up at the hotel shortly?- Clara smiled and said, "That works forAfter agreeing on a time, Gara freshened up and packed her things. Soon after, Ethan messaged to let her know he was waiting downstairs Not wanting to keep him waiting, she grabbed her bag and headed down.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Mr. Stone," she preted with a polite nod Erhan motioned for her to get in the car. After a brief hesitation, she slipped into the front passenger seat. She felt sitting in the back would be impersonal, as if treating him like a driver.
settled: Clara's eves caught a small fron the dashboard. Instead of a photo, it held a chibi-style illustration of a bride and groom. Two playful cats the bicide's dress, adding a charming touch to the piece.
i noticed bet interest, his gaze softening as it landed on the picture.
Wite drew that, "he said Clara pulled) ention away, offering a quick apology. "I'm sorry. The art style felt familiar, and I ended up staring. I hope that's okay" Erhan similed. It's fine. She'd be happy to know someone appreciates her work." Cars couldn't help but feel a twinge of envy as she saw the fondness in Ethan's eyes when he spoke about his wife. "You and your wife must have a great relation Ethan's smile widened, his eyes reflecting a genuine happiness. "We are," he replied.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHe tearted lago the Your line seat, pulling out two bags and handing them to her. "You probably haven't had brealdast yet. I picked this up on the way. H Hopefully, it's to "Letpay you back for it.
"That's very kind of you. Thank you "Clara hesitated briefly but accepted the Erhan chuckded, "it's nothingn Don't worry about it. You'ar volunteering here and helping with the kids' education. I should be the one thanking you on their behalf. The villages were poor and isolated, nothing erities. Few were willing to volunteer, and even those who did often saw it as a stepping stone to better People like Clata, Whine canne purely for the children, were te than admited that about her
Sice jebuting fumber seemedanecessary, Clara thanked him again. Just as she was about teal, she stopped when she noticed that the other bag contained medicine
Ethan glanced over at he stated the car. Fold tell from your voice caller that you cold. Since you're new to the arra, I stopprit by the clindrasul picked up syou qught have Welt. figurd medicine for you. Letknow if it works."
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