Chapter 40
Angeline walked out of Oceanford TV Station with Anne, who had tears streaming down her face. At the back of them were the Emmersons causing a scene and refusing to let the production team air the show.
“You must be in cahoots with that bitch, Jodie!”
Juliet sat on the ground, pounding her thighs in protest. “If you dare to air this, I’ll jump from this building! Even if I become a ghost, I won’t let you bunch of dickheads off!”
Hearing that, Anne wiped away her tears and quickly pushed Angeline. “Go now, Angie. As the Emmersons are making a scene, they won’t pay attention to you. Hurry, don’t let them catch you. Someone from the production
team will take me back to the hotel later.”
Angeline gently squeezed Anne’s rough hand. “I’m taking the train to Cloudsville tonight to see Professor Dickson. Once I’m settled in Cloudsville, I’ll come home to count down the New Year with you and Henrietta.”
Anne nodded repeatedly, then pulled out a credit card from her pocket and handed it to Angeline. “Take this
card. The PIN is your birthday. You need money when you’re out.”
Fearing that Angeline would refuse, Anne added, “If you can’t finish using it all, just give it back to me when
you come home. I’m afraid I’ll hold you back if I accompany you to Cloudsville, so take some extra money. I’ll
be at ease.”
Angeline held onto the credit card and smiled at Anne. “Okay, I’ll take it.‘
“Angie, you’re not at fault. You’re the kindest and best child in the world. Without you, both me and your mom-
Anne’s tears flowed uncontrollably as she recalled Juliet’s words during the recording. “Both you and
Henrietta are treasures. Don’t listen to the Emmersons‘ nonsense.”
“I know, Anne.”
“Alright, alright. Go now. Henrietta and I will be waiting for you at home. When you come back, I’ll make your
favorite beef stew and meatballs for you.” Anne wiped away her tears.
As she watched Angeline get into the taxi, she squeezed the photo of Angeline and Ned in her pocket.
Angeline had suffered too much in her life. Anne felt that she had to do something for her.
Before heading to the TV station, Angeline had already packed her luggage.
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