Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 220

Garrett beamed with pride as he spoke, “Josie is our pride and joy.”

Oliver’s eyes were filled with adoration as he chimed in, “Indeed, Josie is a source of pride.”

Hattie nudged Garrett with a knowing look, but no words were exchanged.

As Grandpa Robert walked out of the room, he overheard the conversation and said with a loving smile, “Josie’s talents are exceptional. She truly is the pride of the Harrison family.”

Josefina felt almost numb from all the praise showered upon her. It was a stark contrast to the days she spent with the Antonio family. The Harrisons’ compliments made her grow more confident by the day.

“You all flatter me too much. I still have a lot to learn from my elders, to catch up to you,” Josefina humbly replied.

Oliver, unfazed, continued to heap on the praise, “Don’t be modest, Josie. You truly deserve all the praise. You’re the brightest and the best girl I’ve ever met — bar none.”

Lena clenched her fists. Was she invisible?

They were so good at dishing out compliments. Should she flip through a thesaurus to find some fancy words for Josefina?

Lena remained quiet, and her silent presence clashed with the energy of the room.

Walter, after sitting for a while, checked the time and said, “It’s getting late. I should head back. Josie, do drop by sometime to look at my paintings.”

Josefina nodded, “Sure, I’d like that.”

As Walter stood up, he turned to Oliver, “Are you not leaving, Oliver? Care to walk out together?”

Oliver hesitated. He didn’t want to leave — was that allowed?

With Walter’s prompt and Garrett’s pointed look, Oliver felt the unspoken nudge to leave the Harrison household.

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