Chapter 33

Lorraine crouched and said gently, "Hi, Jonas. I brought you a little gift." Jonas' eyes lit up, but he politely looked at me first. "Daddy, can I accept it?" I nodded. "Of course. What do you say?" "Thank you, Ms. Sommerton!" Jonas chirped excitedly. ... Dinner went wonderfully. Ian was genuinely interested in investment and kept asking me questions, while Lorraine and Jonas chatted happily as she showed him new ways to play with Blossom. After dinner, Lorraine insisted on helping with the dishes. I tried to decline, but she insisted, so I washed the dishes while she dried them beside me. Lorraine said softly, "Thank you for having us. It's been a long time since I've experienced such a warm family atmosphere." I glanced at her, noticing a complex emotion in her eyes. I hesitated before asking, "What about your family..." Lorraine smiled, though it held a hint of sadness. "My parents divorced when I was very young. It was just Ian and me growing up. Seeing you and Jonas toget