Chapter 36 Her Smile

Sierra nodded eagerly. She was so grateful that Jemima was giving her another chance. She would never disappoint Jemima again. Jemima's serious expression softened when she looked at Sierra. She cleared her throat lightly and said, "It's lunchtime. Stay and have lunch with Theo." "Alright. I'll go cook. It's been a while since you've had a taste of my cooking, hasn't it? You and Uncle Theo can chat while I head to the kitchen." Sierra babbled, then turned and gave Theo a soft smile. The sunlight bathed her in warmth, and her smile seemed to make her glow. Theo was lost in thought for a moment. Watching her walk away, he couldn't help but smile to himself. Jemima noticed Theo's subtle smile. She glanced toward where Sierra had gone, then fell into a quiet thought. "Theo, come upstairs and have some tea with me." She spoke gently as she led the way to the tea table under the pavilion. Theo nodded and followed her upstairs, sitting across from her. "When Sierra was learning the p