Yannis parked outside the Jenkins residence and turned to Zinnia, speaking softly. “Zinnia, if you need anything, just call me, okay?” Since he was bus with work these days, he felt botter knowing she could spend time with Maisie at the Jenkins résidence.
Maisie could be a handful sometimes, but Yvette and her husband were really nice. The love and care they gave Zinnia was special
“Zinnia, you really are my lucky star!” Maisie came out early to say hi. When Yannis saw Maisie come out, he drove away..
Just as Maisie reached Zinnia, her phone buzzed. She looked at the screen. It was a transfer of 300 thousand dollars from Yannis, with a message: [Take good care of Zinnia and don’t teach her any nonsense.]
Zinnia was confused. She could see Maisie was almost bouncing with excitement.
“Tomorrow, Twill give you the best day ever. Whatever you want to do, that’s what we’ll do, Zinnia!” Maisie cheered happily.
Zinnia agreed, and they went back to the Jenkins residence. Yvette and her husband had gone on a trip overseas a few days ago and wouldn’t be back until tomorrow, so they had the house to themselves.
Maisie had a hair treatment and a massage appointment in the afternoon, so they didn’t stay long. Soon, they headed out. While Maisie was busy, Zinnia remembered she still needed to deliver the medicine.
Zinnia said, “I’m going to walk around. Just call me when you’re done.”
“Okay, Zinnia. If you need anything, just call me,” Maisie said, gently patting her head.
Maisie wanted Zinnia to join her for the treatment, but since Zinnia wasn’t interested, she didn’t push. Zinnia left. She had already texted the picking up the medicine, and with GPS, she headed to Kensington Club.
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Zinnia remembered Maisie mentioning Kensington Club. It was an exclusive place for special guests. She was at the downtown mall, and the club was just downstairs only about ten minutes‘ walk.
Zinnia took the elevator down and followed the map. Soon, she saw the beautiful Kensington Club.
Two statues stood at the entrance, looking strong and lifelike, ready to jump to life. In the busy city, this place was calm and peaceful, with soft music
playing in the air.
Waiting at the door was a handsome man in a dark navy suit, looking around.
Zinnia appeared at the entrance, but Adrian waiting didn’t see her. He didn’t expect the mysterious Mr. M’s apprentice to be just a teenage girl. He kept looking around.
Zinnia checked the map again to make sure she was at the right spot and went inside the club. She walked up to the front desk and politely asked, “Excuse me, where is Room 6?”
At the door, Adrian paused as a soft voice caught his attention. Turning around, he saw Zinnia. She was in a light green embroidered dress, with long silky hair in a loose braid over one shoulder.
Seeing Adrian come in, the club worker said, “Adrian, this young lady is here for Room 6.”
Zinnia turned her head, and Adrian looked at her too. Adrian was very handsome, with sharp eyes, a high nose, and very nice features, like he was in a
painting.
His dark navy suit fit perfectly on his body. Zinnia had to look up to see him.
Adrian thought, ‘She has a very beautiful face–bright eyes, soft skin, and perfect features.’ He was momentarily stunned.
When Adrian saw Zinnia’s face, a strange feeling grew inside him. Meanwhile, Zinnia looked at him and thought, ‘Isn’t this the man I saw outside earlier?‘
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Adrian pushed down the strange feeling in his chest and spoke softly, “So, you’re Mr. M’s apprentice–Miss M7” He couldn’t hide his surprise.
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Zinnia nodded.
“Miss M, this way please,” Adrian said, motioning for her to follow as he led her down the hall. Zinnia followed him to a quiet, private room at the end..
Adrian opened the door. The room was quiet and classy, with calligraphy and paintings on the walls, high–end antiques, and pretty flowers. The smell of coffee filled the air as Zinnia stepped inside.
“Adrian, has our guest arrived?” came Lysander’s soft, old voice.
Adrian answered, “Yes, Grandpa.”
Zinnia saw Lysander in a wheelchair. “Miss M, please sit,” Adrian said politely, guiding her to a seat.
Lysander moved his wheelchair closer. Adrian went to help him. When Lysander saw Zinnia in the room, he looked surprised and turned to Adrian. “Are you sure?”
Lysander thought to himself, ‘So this young girl is Mr. M’s apprentice? She’s so young.‘
“Grandpa, this is Miss M,” Adrian said, over his initial surprise as he introduced her.
Zinnia tightened her lips. She didn’t like that title. She stood up and said firmly, “My name is Zinnia.”
When Lysander looked at her, his old eyes flickered with surprise. He looked at Adrian behind her, then back strange feeling grew in his chest.
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Zinnia, noticing they had similar eyes. A
Lysander said softly, “What a beautiful name.” Though tired and sick, a small smile appeared on his face as his kind eyes looked her over.
Zinnia thought, ‘My master gave me that name.‘
While Lysander looked at her, Zinnia looked at him back. Near seventy, his gray hair was neatly combed, not a strand out of place.
His face was kind and gentle, but a shadow of sickness was on his brow. He looked like he had a recent heart problem relapse.
Seeing her stare, Lysander softly said, “Zinnia, I’m Lysander Evans.”
Adrian could feel how much his grandfather liked Zinnia.
“This is my grandson, Adrian,” Lysander said with a warm smile.
Adrian greeted her kindly. ‘Why do I feel so happy when I see Zinnia?‘ he wondered.
Zinnia thought, ‘They seem noble. But I don’t think there’s an Evans family in Jinston. They must be from somewhere else.‘
AD
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