My Pretty Sweetheart novel Chapter 1422

I frowned and was at a loss for words. I guessed that she must have been hungry, so I asked Sheridan to bring over all the food from the car and also a down jacket for her. Amanda was glad to receive such warm clothing, but then after trying it on, she promptly took off the jacket and tried to fold it.

I was a little puzzled and asked her, "Why aren't you wearing it? It's freezing outside."

She shook her head and said, "I have to wait for the New Year. I won't be laughed at if I have new clothes to wear during the New Year."

Sheridan got up, took the jacket and draped it over her. He said seriously, "Madam Reid has given you this jacket. Just wear it. There will be more to come during New Year's."

The child became more delighted when she heard this. She couldn't stop touching the fabric, as if appreciating a new toy.

We waited for almost half an hour before we heard some movement from outside. It was Gail and the others who had just come back from farming. Seeing this, Amanda hurriedly started up the fire to prepare the food and Abby went to bring over the firewood.

Sheridan and I went out together. When he saw us, Gail was taken aback for a moment. Then, he forced out a smile and stared at us, "Miss Reid, what are you doing here? Was Abby being naughty? Don't worry. If there's anything wrong, we can discuss later, don't call off the deal!"

I frowned, reluctant to hear what he had to say. From a parent's perspective, they always assumed that the child was wrong. I stared at him and uttered, "Abby is not being naughty. We came here today because we have something to discuss with you."