Chapter 82 Kids to School, Not You

Charlotte asked, "Do you know why Sofia and I have such a strong bond?" "Let me guess." Luke pondered for a moment before responding. "Given Sofia's temperament, I'd say it's because other children were bullying you, and she couldn't stand by and watch. She stepped in to protect you, didn't she?" Charlotte marveled at Luke's insight, as he had accurately described how she and Sofia met. "You guessed it right; that's exactly how it happened." Luke smiled knowingly. "I had a hunch. Sofia has always struck me as that kind of person." "Had it not been for her, I shudder to think how much longer those children would have bullied me. Ever since Sofia came into my life, such incidents ceased to occur." As Charlotte recounted her past, Luke felt a surge of sympathy. He lamented inwardly, wondering why such a kind soul had not been treated with the kindness she deserved. Charlotte, burdened for too long, was in dire need of a confidant. Today, having shared so much, she felt a significan