Come in 125
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Chapter 125

The lawyer asked, โ€œShould we sign the statement now? Have you decided which family to register with?โ€ He glanced at Henry, whose face was clouded with worry, then at Raymond, who was grinning broadly. He felt the contrast was striking.

Yvette looked at Zinnia longingly, her eyes shining brightly with an unspoken plea: โ€œChoose the Jenkins family and sign the statement.โ€

Maisie grabbed Zinniaโ€™s hand and shook it energetically. She said, โ€œZinnia, sweetie, pick the Jenkins family! Please!โ€

Maisie bent over and nudged her head against Zinniaโ€™s shoulder like an affectionate puppy. She said, โ€œZinnia, I need you. You should join my family.โ€

With Maisie clinging to her like this, Zinnia was so distracted that she couldnโ€™t even feel awkward anymore.

Charlie gazed at Zinnia tenderly and said, โ€œZinnia, no matter what you choose, weโ€™ll always be your brothers.โ€

A crowd of people stood around, waiting for Zinniaโ€™s answer. Feeling lost, Zinnia glanced helplessly at those nearby. When Zinnia was at a loss, she instinctively sought out the one she trusted most.

In the past, that person had always been her Master, but now, almost without realizing it, her gaze naturally drifted toward Yannis instead.

Meeting her lost, uncertain gaze, Yannis said, โ€œJust follow your heart, Zinnia. No matter who you choose, we will always stand by your side.โ€

Normally, Yannis seemed utterly unreliable, drawling out his words, eyes half-lidded with a lazy, careless smile, as if he could talk someone into complete confusion. But when he looked at anyone seriously, they couldnโ€™t help but believe every word he said.

Sofia stroked Zinniaโ€™s hair and said, โ€œZinnia, donโ€™t worry about hurting our feelings. No matter which family you choose, we will always be your grandparents. Our love for you wonโ€™t change. Youโ€™ll have more people loving you.โ€

In Sofiaโ€™s heart, she knew that no matter who Zinnia chose, it would never change how much they cherished her. Sofia thought that it was Maelisโ€™s loss that such a wonderful girl wasnโ€™t hers.

Sofia no longer hoped Maelis would come to her senses; all she wanted now was for Zinnia never to be wronged again.

The crowd waited in hushed silence for Zinnia to make her choice. No matter which family Zinnia picked, they all wished her nothing but the best.

Their hearts united in this single hope. They thought that while the Shaw family had failed to cherish Zinnia, they would cherish her deeply.

Meeting Sofiaโ€™s loving, understanding gaze, Zinnia lowered her lashes. She said, โ€œSofia, I want to be with the Jenkins family.โ€ She just didnโ€™t want to have anything to do with the Shaw family anymore.

Zinniaโ€™s choice was both expected and, somehow, a little surprising for Sofia. But she just said gently, โ€œOkay.โ€

After the statement was signed, the Jenkins family became Zinniaโ€™s guardians, and Zinnia was officially a member of the Jenkins family.

Maisie bent down and wrapped Zinnia in a warm hug. She said, โ€œWelcome to our family, Zinnia!โ€

Raymond laughed and said, โ€œHenry, donโ€™t worry. Our family will never let Zinnia suffer.โ€

He then turned to Zinnia and said, โ€œWelcome, Zinnia. From now on, you can call me Grandpa if you want. If youโ€™re not comfortable with it, you can just call me by my name.โ€

Hearing this, Zinnia readily called, โ€œRaymond,โ€

Raymond pulled out a box engraved with the Spence family crest from his jacket. He opened it to reveal a flawless pearl bracelet glowing inside. He said, โ€œHereโ€™s my welcome gift for you, Zinnia. This was left by my wife. Each of you three, Yvette, Maisie, and you, gets one as her legacy.โ€

From that moment on, Zinnia found herself with a new home, severing all ties with the Shaw family once and for all.

Aaron accepted a share transfer agreement from his newly arrived assistant and handed it to Zinnia with a warm smile. He said, โ€œZinnia, these company shares are for you. The same as Maisieโ€™s.โ€

Before coming, Yvette and Aaron had discussed what to give Zinnia as a welcome gift. They bought piles of presents, but nothing seemed substantial enough to show how much they cherished her.

After racking their brains, they decided that giving Zinnia the company shares was the best choice. They felt nothing was more meaningful than something real and tangible.

The 5% shares allocated to Zinnia matched Maisieโ€™s portion, clearly demonstrating their full recognition and acceptance of Zinnia as an equal member of the family.

Maisie had no objections. She was overjoyed to have a family member like Zinnia. She couldnโ€™t resist the urge to kiss Zinnia to express her affection.

Maisie cupped Zinniaโ€™s face in both hands and was leaning in for a kiss when Yannis grabbed her by the back of her collar. Maisie turned to find Yannisโ€™s icy stare fixed on her.

Yannis shot Maisie a cold look. He asked, โ€œWho taught you to kiss people whenever you want?โ€

Maisie pouted and said, โ€œCome on, Yannis, Iโ€™m just excited. Zinnia is my sister now. Whatโ€™s wrong with kissing her?โ€

โ€œEven if youโ€™re excited, itโ€™s still not okay. Donโ€™t you know how many germs are in your mouth?โ€ Yannis said sternly.

Yannis complained inside, โ€˜Why do Yvette and Maisie always go around kissing Zinnia? Iโ€™ve already seen it happen at least three times. Who knows how many more when Iโ€™m not around? This is a bad habit. It needs to stop.โ€˜

โ€œItโ€™s not like I got any saliva on Zinnia,โ€ Maisie muttered.

โ€œIf you did, thatโ€™d be even worse,โ€ Yannis shot back.

Maisie was already used to Yannisโ€™s unpredictable moods. She thought, โ€˜Fine, no kisses then.โ€˜ Then she affectionately pinched Zinniaโ€™s cheek instead.

Maybe it was the improved living conditions lately, and Maisie couldnโ€™t help but notice that Zinniaโ€™s cheeks had filled out a bit, soft and smooth to the touch.

โ€œZinnia, I swear Iโ€™ll always protect you. No oneโ€™s ever gonna hurt you,โ€ Maisie murmured, pressing her face against Zinniaโ€™s.

The others couldnโ€™t help but smile at Maisie and Zinniaโ€™s heartwarming moment.

โ€œZinnia, letโ€™s go home,โ€ Yvette said warmly.

Maelisโ€™s comments about the house Jackson had prepared for Zinnia left the Jenkins family feeling uneasy. The Jenkins were fiercely protective of their own. They thought, โ€˜Itโ€™s not that we couldnโ€™t provide a house for Zinnia.โ€™

Before Zinnia could respond, Yannis interjected, โ€œLet her stay at my place. My apartmentโ€™s close to the school, and after everything tonight, itโ€™s already late. She has class tomorrow. Plus, itโ€™ll be more convenient for my treatment sessions.โ€

Yannis glanced at the weariness that had unknowingly crept onto Zinniaโ€™s face.

He thought, it is already close to nine, and Zinnia still hasnโ€™t eaten. If she had to go through all the hassle of returning to [unintelligible] and getting ready for bed, itโ€™d be way too late!

Zinniaโ€™s eyelids drooped with exhaustion as she stifled a yawn.

Yannis bent down and said, โ€œYou can stay here with me, no rent. But in return, Zinnia, could you help treat my condition?โ€

The moment Yannis made this proposal, Maisie and the others all turned to stare at him in shock.

Meeting their astonished gazes, Yannis nodded and said, โ€œZinnia can treat my insomnia and help regulate my health. Rest assured, she wonโ€™t be wronged while sheโ€™s with me.โ€

Yannisโ€™s insomnia had always been a headache for everyone. As soon as he mentioned it, all eyes immediately turned to him.

The smile on Raymondโ€™s face faded and was replaced by a look of grave concern. He stepped forward and said seriously, โ€œYannis, let me check your pulse.โ€

Yannis offered his wrist to Raymond.

After checking Yannisโ€™s condition, Raymond turned to Zinnia. โ€œZinnia, have you been helping Yannis with his health?โ€ he asked, a hint of surprise and approval in his voice.

The moment Raymond took Yannisโ€™s pulse, he immediately noticed the subtle changes in Yannisโ€™s condition. After all, no one knew Yannisโ€™s health better than Raymond.

Raymond was at his witsโ€˜ end with Yannis. He prescribed medicine, but Yannis refused to take it. He told Yannis to go to bed early, yet Yannis never listened.

Raymond often worried that one day, Yannisโ€™s body would reach a breaking point and heโ€™d completely break down.

Raymond thought, โ€˜Although Yannisโ€™s health hasnโ€™t improved much yet, as long as his insomnia can gradually be brought under control, his physical depletion can be restored. Once this problem is solved, everything else will fall into place.

โ€˜That incident left such deep scars on Yannis, even hypnosis couldnโ€™t erase those memories.โ€˜

Zinnia replied, โ€œYes, his constitution is a bit weak, so I prepared some Soothing Soup for him.โ€

โ€œDid Yannis drink the soup?โ€ Raymond asked again, his voice trembling with barely contained excitement.

โ€œYes, he did,โ€ Zinnia replied, genuinely puzzled by their surprised looks. She thought, โ€˜Why is everyone so shocked? Isnโ€™t that what patients are supposed to do?โ€˜

If Zinnia knew how Yannis had resisted medicine, sheโ€™d probably understand why everyone was so shocked.

Yannis had always been resistant to taking medicine since he was a child. No matter how others tried to force it down his throat, beat him, and scold him, even after breaking his ribs, he would just clench his jaw and refuse to take it.

Even when he was sick, heโ€™d rather tough it out than take any pills.

Upon learning that Zinnia could cure Yannisโ€™s insomnia and that Yannis was willing to take the medicine prescribed by Zinnia, Raymond was very pleased. He wished that Zinnia could live with Yannis forever.

He said, โ€œHenry, let Zinnia stay here with Yannis. Yannis may seem a bit unreliable, but he is trustworthy. Just let Zinnia stay here. With Yannis around, the Shaw family wonโ€™t dare come and trouble Zinnia again. Zinnia is in her senior year now, with a heavy academic workload. Constantly moving isnโ€™t good for her. This place is close to school, so she can get a bit more sleep in the mornings.โ€


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