Chapter 22 The Teacher's Disappointment

Jemima looked at Theo in disbelief. After all, he had everything—unparalleled looks and a flawless family background. It seemed that the girl he was pursuing was no ordinary person. Still, seeing the reserved and quiet Theo smile like this was rare. He must have truly met someone who mattered to him. "You sure have a lot of visitors, Aunt Jemima." Theo gestured to the fruit baskets and bouquets that filled most of the room. "They're all my students. When they heard I was unwell, they insisted on visiting. The Marisol Cup selection is coming up soon, but none of them seem to be practicing seriously." Jemima's smile faded suddenly, her expression turning somber as if recalling something painful. She sighed deeply and said, "I once had a student who was the most promising and brilliant I'd ever taught. Her talent was beyond anything I'd seen, even rivaling yours and your mother's. "I truly believed she was destined for greatness. But… unfortunately…" Jemima's words trailed off, an