Chapter 21

By the time the meeting was over, it was nighttime. Initially, Daniel planned to work overtime at the office. Yet the thought of his new plan made him realize he had to lead by example. So, he packed up his documents to work on them at home. The orange glow of the streetlights illuminated his way back to Waterside Residence. In the peaceful home, only the first floor was lit. Indeed, the situation in the living room was just as Daniel had inquired about on the phone. Beatrice was writing and drawing on a portable whiteboard. Charlotte wore pink and white checkered loungewear while sitting cross-legged on the couch. Under the white lights in the living room, her complexion seemed more flawless than ever. She was extremely focused during class. From time to time, she would lower her gaze and scribble in the notebook propped in her lap. She looked rather obedient and came across as a model student in class. Daniel finally entered the living room with long strides. Upon hearing him,