Chapter 22

After finishing his breakfast, Jonathan closed his book, slung his black bag over one shoulder, and made his way downstairs. By the time he reached the base of the classroom building, the rain outside had turned into a downpour. At the same time, Frederick and Stella arrived downstairs with the rest of the Campbell family. "Frederick, I have an umbrella here. It's perfect for you and Stella to share," Stephanie said warmly, handing the umbrella to him. Frederick cheerfully accepted it, opened the umbrella, and stepped into the rain with Stella, walking shoulder to shoulder. Gregory, Eleanor, and the three sisters carried individual umbrellas, keeping dry as they followed behind. Eleanor's gaze landed on Jonathan just as they were about to leave. He was leaning casually against a wall, dressed in a black T-shirt and pants, wearing earphones, and absorbed in a mobile game. His black bag hung loosely from his shoulder. She instinctively wanted to approach him, but Stephanie held her