THE MISTRESS'S SON

me," Adrian

t, "Oh, look who has finally graced us

ies for yourself, La

replied, "Adrian? Um, nothing really. Just eng

table to bully someone simply because they

ending the poor little scholarship kid? W

jected, "Adrian, it's al

n stepped between Lara and Gilbert, but Gilbert immed

refuse to stand idly by while someone like Lara attempts to diminish

, "Who do you think you are, Adrian

of the President of this prestigious college, that does not grant you

Whatever, Adrian. I have no time for this." She

. You are an integral part of this college, just like anyone else. If she dares to tr

reciation, "Thank you, Adrian. Your

part of the Elite wheel , would find himself in the general class.

Adrian cheerfully greeted the teacher

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lled with their shopping. They had an exciting adventure ahead: getting ready to move to the vib

y boutique, Ji-hye's eyes

away from her mother's watchful gaze. She playfully tried on oversized su

isles, her fingers gently g

clothing racks, calling out, "Ji-hye, we need to find practi

a jumble of mismatched accessories. With a mischievous grin, she exclaimed, "

rm coats for the chilly New York

le betrayed her excitement. "Alright, alright, Mom. But can't we at least look f

her, they explored the boutique, selecting warm coats, cozy sweaters, and fashionab

teasing her mother. "Hey, Mom, do you think New York City

Oh, I believe they better be. We will bring a touch

ye and Mrs. Kim exited the boutique, ready to conque

M HOME

er, Mrs. Kim, found themselves amidst a flurry of half-packed suitcases and scattered belongings. They were preparing for their re

wed with concern. "Ji-hye, please focus and assist me in packing. We have a great deal to

r feet as she gathered her belongings. "Oh, Mom, why must we go through all this trouble? Can't w

We do not have time for your pranks!" Mrs.

eplied in a mock-serious tone, "But Mom, these socks are eager to join us on

m. "Well, if those socks harbor dreams of becoming Broadway stars, who are we to stan

y. She gathered clothes, toys, and various trinkets, each ite

it high, pretending it was a famous explorer. "Captain Flopsalot, are you prepared to conquer the c

ed daughter. "Oh, Captain Flopsalot must be thrilled to join us o

on, memories of their time in Seoul filled the room. Mrs. Kim paused, a nostalgic smile gracing her lips as she stumbled upon a worn photo albu

ld photographs, a fondness evident in her eyes. "Oh, Mom, those ducks neve

oxes and sealed suitcases. Mrs. Kim surveyed the scene, a mixture of exhaustion an

awaits us, with all its excitement and wonders. But remember, no matter where we go, we

anticipation. "Yes, Mom, partners in crime, ready to c

aughter moments, Mr.

e exclaimed happily, runn

, how are yo

sted from shopping and packing

t's rest. We have a long journey ahead o

her throat. "So

" Mr. Kim said, gestur

pped his chest and l

er's temper is fier

e she metes out a grave punishment," Ji-hye chu

s his mood shifted, he fell int

ntures that awaited them on the bustling streets of New York, and her dreams were filled with visions of playful escapades and new friends

friends cannot stay together for twen

embrace the excitement and challeng