Chapter 67: Eager to Stay

Indeed, money makes the world go round.

"I'll let you off the hook this time," he mumbled, rubbing sleep from his eyes before opening the bedroom door. "Good morning, Mommy, Ms. Kennedy!"

"Hey, little troublemaker, good morning," Vivian replied. Cecilia was already in the kitchen, preparing breakfast. "Hurry up and get ready, you two; it's time for breakfast. Jon, Vivian has found a preschool for you. We'll register for admission today."

It was supposed to be summer vacation, but the preschool Vivian found operated year-round. With Jonathan in school, Cecilia wouldn't worry about him being alone, and it was beneficial for him to socialize with other children.

"All right," Jonathan replied obediently.

In the bathroom, Vivian teased him as he brushed his teeth. "Jonathan, why are you so obedient? Why didn't you ask more about the school before agreeing to go?" She doubted he was fearless about a new environment and new friends. Surely, there must be some excitement or other emotion?

To her surprise, after finishing, he calmly wiped his mouth and said, "Kids are meant to go to school. Even if I don't agree, I'd still have to attend."

Vivian was speechless. "This guy doesn't act like a child at all! He's not cute at all!"

After breakfast, their driver took them to the preschool. With Vivian's help, Jonathan's enrollment was quickly completed, and he started that day. "Mommy, Ms. Kennedy, you guys go ahead with your work. I will pay attention in class," he assured them.

Vivian pointed to a nearby classroom. "That's my nephew, Dante Kennedy. I've already spoken to him about ensuring your safety. If you ever get bullied, go find him."

Jonathan's eyes sparkled. "All right then."

That morning, while Cecilia and Vivian cleaned up, Jonathan had researched the preschool. He discovered that a student, Felix Rainsworth, was the great-grandson of the Rainsworth family patriarch and Nathaniel's cousin's son. He was reportedly very intelligent and a favorite of the Rainsworth family. Remembering his mother's mistreatment by Nathaniel's cousin and his wife, Jonathan was curious to meet this child.

Cecilia remained unaware of her son's intentions, seeing him as simply kind and harmless. She had enrolled him in preschool abroad for work previously, and he'd always been exceptionally sensible, endearing him to teachers and peers.

After saying goodbye, Cecilia left Jonathan in the classroom with confidence.

"Ceci, did you notice how Jon seemed like he really wanted to stay here?" Vivian asked, sensing something more to Jonathan's eagerness.

Cecilia shrugged. "Yeah, Jonathan makes friends easily."

"That's all I needed to hear," Vivian said, no longer worried about bullying. "He's in good hands with my nephew."