118.Chapter 118
The woman beside Teresa grabbed her arm and started gossiping, “What happened? Simona tailed someone and sneaked into that person’s house to take pictures?”
Teresa shrugged. “She was lucky that they didn’t charge her with trespassing.”
When Benny told her about it earlier that day, she was upset that Jonathan had been so careless that he even left the door open when he slept.
The party organizer was related to the Larkin family and invited Teresa. When Simonal took out her phone to add her on WhatsApp, she immediately knew what Simona was up to.
Unfortunately, Teresa would never resign herself to adversity. Although she had no reason to be upset about Jonathan getting involved with other women, she would make Simona face severe repercussions if the latter wanted to cause trouble. Teresa attended the party elegantly and left. A gust of wind blew as she stepped outside. She already felt her cheeks burn during the party earlier, and the heat and cold made her feel like she was catching a cold.
After sneezing a few times, Teresa decided to get some medicine as a precautionary measure and pulled up at Portstrie Street. A woman happened to walk out of a nearby bakery and met her gaze. Wearing a mask, the woman approached her with a smile. Teresa was confused until the woman introduced herself as Jennifer Nelson from Nareigh Maternal and Child Health Hospital.
“It’s you, Dr. Nelson. Sorry, I couldn’t recognize you without your white coat.” Teresal didn’t know what Jennifer looked like, as the latter usually wore a mask and a white coat in the hospital.
With her hands in her pockets, Jennifer asked Teresa if she was there to buy medicine. “Yeah. I’ve got a cold. I thought I’d better prepare the medicine just in case,” Teresa said.
“The flu’s been pretty bad lately. Let me help you with that. I know some standby medicines and can tell you about them,” Jennifer offered.
Teresa thought Jennifer was nice.
Jennifer recommended some affordable and a few patent medicines to Teresa, patiently explaining how to use them for different symptoms. Teresa thanked her for that.
Jennifer took a deep breath before saying, “You’re welcome. By the way, I still don’t know your name.”
Successfully unlocked!
‘I’m Teresa Johnston, Teresa introduced herself.
“Teresa… What a nice name.” A hint of emotion, which eventually became gentle,
flashed across Jennifer’s eyes.
“My name’s pretty easy to remember, right?” Teresa smiled. After paying the bill, she asked where Jennifer lived and offered to drive her.
“I live near Golden Residence. It’s fine if it’s not on your way. I came here to buy a cake, as my membership card is about to expire,” Jennifer said.
“Is Golden Residence the one next to Begonia Estates? It’s right along my way,” Teresa replied.
Jennifer got into Teresa’s Porsche and asked if things were going well for her.
“Not bad,” Teresa answered as she started the car engine.
“Begonia Estates is an old residential area. Why do you live there?” Jennifer was
curious.
“My friend lives there, and I’m staying with her, Teresa answered.
“Your cousin–in–law mentioned you’re a single mom last time, so do you and your child stay at your friend’s place?” Jennifer asked.
“Yeah. Most of my time is spent working, and my friend helps to look after my child,” Teresa answered.
Jennifer frowned and wondered, “How did she muddle along? She doesn’t own a house and stays with her kid at a friend’s place, yet she’s driving such an expensive car.‘
She advised, “Don’t let your ego take control of your life. What car you drive doesn’t matter–it’s just a means to get around.
“It’s better for a girl to own a house. Its appreciation in value is better than a car. Cars are consumable goods, and luxury cars burn even more money. Getting a house is much better.”
After Jennifer finished speaking, Teresa flashed her a smile. “Dr. Nelson, you’re quite talkative.”
Only then did Jennifer realize she had spoken too much. She smiled awkwardly. “It’s because of my profession, I suppose. By the way, you’re raising a child on your own and living with a friend. Don’t you have any family?”
