Meeting You Was Fate novel Chapter 54

"Is it because of Daniel?" Fiona asked as she rolled her eyes, looking very smug.

Upon hearing this question, Mandy fell into silence. It was very obvious to Fiona that Mandy was sad and depressed.

"You know what, Fiona? We are over. It's over between me and Daniel," Mandy said with her voice flat, and her head hung low. Sorrow washed all over her face.

"My elder sister…" Fiona murmured as tears welled up in her eyes. A few days ago, she saw the scandal of the Zhou Family in the news. Almost overnight, nearly everyone was upset with Daniel. At first, she was furious when she read the news as well. But after thinking about it for a while, she felt that Mandy must be more upset than anyone else.

Fiona first knew Daniel when she was a junior high school student. From what she could recall, Daniel had been a nice and bright person, almost like a brother, who always bought delicious food for her. How could such a gentleman do something like that?

"It doesn't matter, my silly girl. I'm an exceptionally gorgeous young woman. I'll find the right man for me. Don't you think so?" Mandy stated as she lightly flipped her hair. She knew Fiona was much more pitiful than she was. It was understandable since Fiona had come from a rougher background. Fiona's father was addicted to gambling, and her mother was addicted to drugs. Her father got admitted into a rehabilitation center when she was twelve years old, and Fiona was adopted to the Zhou Family. The Zhou Family had always been very good to her and had treated her well.

"Of course, you'll find the right man. Everybody knows how amazing you are in every aspect. I'm sorry how I spoke to you just now. I didn't know," Fiona said, biting her lower lip.

"Fiona, remember, I won't allow anyone to insult you. It's not your fault, nor was it your choice. You don't need to feel ashamed. You nearly got expelled from school. But if you were expelled from school for protecting your reputation, I won't blame you," Mandy said in a serious tone, her gaze unwavering from Fiona's eyes.

"It's just so lucky that you know my headteacher," Fiona said as she gave a light chuckle. Looking up, she gave Mandy a slight smile.

"Yeah. I really didn't expect to meet him again while I was taking a walk in the school."

"Well, since you've broken up with Daniel, maybe you could go on a date with Mr. Xu? He seems to have feelings for you," Fiona teased, lightly poking Mandy's arm.

"Oh, come on. What are you talking about? Stop talking out of your butt!" Mandy scoffed as she shook her head.

"I'm telling the truth, Mandy. Why won't you believe me? You know, Mr. Xu is still single. And from what I know, there are a lot of female teachers who are quite interested in him," Fiona said, raising an eyebrow at Mandy.

"Oh, would you stop it, my silly girl? Go upstairs, take a shower, and go to bed," Mandy urged, pushing Fiona up the staircase.

"Fine, fine. By the way, come home early next time! I'll be home this Saturday," Fiona said with delight. Without a doubt, she loved the Zhou Family, and she would never forget the kindness they have shown her when they were raising her, especially Mandy, who had been by her side ever since her childhood.

"Just call me this Saturday. I'll pick you up from school," Mandy said with a smile. It was perfect since she had Saturdays and Sundays off from work.

"No, it's fine. Just be home, alright?" Fiona chimed. The last thing she wanted was to trouble Mandy any further. Besides, she didn't mind taking the bus to get around.

Smiling, Mandy watched Fiona go up the stairs until she could see her no longer.

At that moment, the scene reminded Mandy of Daniel. Before, he would also watch her go into her dormitory before he left.

Closing her eyes, Mandy let out a long sigh. She felt as if Daniel flashed before her eyes. Details of their good old days were all jumbled up in her mind. She remembered Daniel playing basketball on the playground, how he would smile at her, how they walked hand in hand as the sun sank in the horizon...Oh, the good old days had long gone!

It was already half-past nine when Mandy arrived at the villa. Upon entering the front door, she saw Lillian was pacing up and down in the living room.

It was apparent that Lillian was quite worried and was thinking of something deep. She didn't even hear Mandy close the door behind her and walk in at first. When she did, she quickly walked towards Mandy and took her hands in hers. "Miss Zhou, my dear young lady, you are finally back! Mr. Jin has already called twice," she said exasperatedly.