Chapter 3
-You met someone when went to Korea, didn't you?.- Chitthip commented with a knowing smile as she walked into her daughter's office, hugging the girl who had risen from her seat.
-Mom!.- embarrassed by how easy it was to read her, Lisa muttered, and threw her head back like a naughty child.- Well, I have, but not in the way you think! It's just a friend of friends and nothing more!
-Oh dear, if it were just a friend of friends, you wouldn't be giggling like a lovesick schoolgirl while your father talked about opening new restaurants.- sitting on a small sofa by the window, the woman began to share her observations of daughter, enjoying the way she fidgeted in her chair.- Father and I noticed a change from the first day you returned because you were more relaxed, smiling and leaving the office on time, and we really want to know who could change your lifestyle in just two and a half weeks. This girl has to be special...
-Excuse me for the interruption, Mrs. Manoban.- Boa, who has worked as a secretary to the heiress of the empire for the past two years, knocked on the glass doors, respectfully as always, placing a tray of tea on the table and exiting the office in an instant.
-You and dad always read me like an open book... This girl's name is Jennie...- after a minute of glances, the Thai girl started her story because she still did not know anything about the place where they were, except for the daily flirtation, her parents were her best friends, advisers and the most reliable shoulder.- Honestly, nothing serious and no labels yet but I want her to be in my life something more than just a friend... I want to make things right with her because ever since our first meeting she hasn't left my mind for a second... I'm really afraid of falling in love and getting nothing in return, because Jennie was very seriously hurt in a past relationship and undermined her faith in people trying to win her affections... I wish so much that she'd let me take care of all the burdens that fall on her fragile shoulders but you can't think she's crazy strong and can handle herself but it's like something inside me is screaming out to protect her... We've only known each other for a little while, but I think my heart has already made its choice. Every time we hang out, everything just feels right, like it should be, like I've found my person for the first time in my life.
-You're already in love...- Marco came into the office right in the middle of a fiery speech, and for the first time he heard his daughter talk about someone like that.
-My dear child...- the woman whispered, just as struck by the depth of her reasoning, trying to find the right words for the advice her eyes asked for. As for the situation of the former relationships, they will leave a mark on us in the future, but they do not prevent us from looking for and finding our happiness... After the situation when I stayed with you all alone I did not expect to find my happiness, but this wonderful man changed everything and made me believe in love and happiness again... A broken heart heals with time and finds again someone to fight for if we give it a chance and show patience to ourselves and our fears first of all...
-I totally agree with your mother, kid...- Marco sat down with his wife and said with determination, remembering how many doubts there were at the beginning of their relationship.- If this girl is so easily settled in your heart you need to fly to Seoul and make her Manoban as fast as possible...
-Dad! I'm not going to marry Jennie after three weeks of knowing her!.- feeling her cheeks begin to blush, Lisa cried out, covering her face with her hands.
-I fell in love with your mother at first sight, and when I saw you after one of our first dates I finally understood that you will be my family, no matter what it takes... Don't make me wait for an offer.- the man brushed his position and continued as if his daughter were five years old and he was explaining to her the simplest mathematical truths.- You'll pack your bags tonight and fly to Seoul because only there are answers to all your doubts...
-But we expect daily calls with updates!.- added Chitthip close as she could to her husband's sturdy body.
-And then there must be pictures of the future Mrs. Manoban.- Marco said happily.
-I love you.- she murmured like a child, throwing her arms around her parents to confirm her feelings, and once again thanking God for such wonderful and understanding parents in her life.
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-Sooyeon is in a good mood today...- Jisoo smiled as she rocked the baby, still not used to her friend and the baby coming home.
-She just developed a sleeping pattern...- deciding not to tell that the reason for her daughter's good sleep is Lisa's voice, accidentally heard two weeks ago, and at night, listening to audio messages, she fell asleep as if it were the best lullaby, answered Jennie, looking at her friends who had come to discuss the details of the preparations for the comeback.
-Our little Sooyeon is just happy to be with her favorite aunts in the same country.- Rose said from her seat, noticing from the corner of her eye how the young mother's phone screen lit up, causing a slight half-smile.
-It’s just a mom ... -without wishing to share what is happening between her and the restaurateur, said the girl was not sure where they were and did not want even a theoretical argument with her friends.
-Hmm okay.. Where should we go to celebrate Sooyeon one year anniversary? Her birthday is in four weeks and we have to make the arrangements... I thought we could have dinner with us at Bruschweiler, but it's booked months in advance...- Jisoo leaned back on the sofa, frustratedly, Rose was able to get into this restaurant only because friend who knew the Manoban heiress for the first time.
-I can ask Lisa...- unlocking her phone and opening a text message to the girl as if it was nothing important, Jennie said within seconds she received a positive response.- We have reservations for Jasmine's birthday party, but Lisa has asked for a guest list and food preferences to be sent within a week.
-When did you become friends with her?.- Jisoo cautiously clarified, since their first meeting was a couple of weeks ago at dinner.
-We exchanged phone numbers during the return dinner and kept in touch.- the landlady murmured, her eyes downcast, hoping for no questions.
-Don't fall in love with her, okay? Sooyeon is your priority right now.- noticing her friend's reaction, Jisoo warned her because she knew how easily she opened her heart.
-Of course! No lovers.- Jennie chuckled, though she could hardly believe it, because she felt safe and secure with the Thai woman for the first time since she'd broken up with her ex.- How do I choose among these adorable pictures? Help me!