NovelGoldChapter 1201: "What? How could this happen?" Ernest's expression hardened instantly, a deep frown creasing his forehead. "Wasn't he supposed to be at school? What did the teacher say?" Nyla's voice shook, panic clear in every word. “The teacher realized Locke was missing during the afternoon headcount. Ernest, what do we do? Locke is still so young, and you know how those traffickers target little children..." "Calm down, Grandma-I'll go to the school right away!" "Hurry!" Inside the supermarket, Elissa busily arranged goods on the shelves while talking on the phone with Hadley.
"Could you explain my situation to your brother for me? He was so kind to offerthis job, and I feel bad about causing any inconvenience," Elissa said.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You don't have anything to apologize for," Hadley replied warmly. "It was just a part-tposition, and you've given plenty of notice. Everything's completely fine." Excitement brightened Hadley's voice as she added, "I'm honestly thrilled you found a new opportunity so quickly!" Elissa chuckled softly, unable to hide her delight. "I guess luck was on my side." At that moment, a delivery arrived at the warehouse entrance.
"I've got to go-things are getting busy here," Elissa said hurriedly. "Alright, talk soon." After ending the call, Elissa quickly attended to the delivery, organizing the goods efficiently and working up a sweat.
Suddenly, a faint rustling caught her attention.
"Huh?" She paused, listening carefully, but the sound had vanished.
Was it just her imagination? Shaking her head slightly, she resumed her task, only to hear the noise again moments later—this time, unmistakably clearer.
She definitely hadn't imagined it! Stay connected at gVlnovesHolding her breath, Elissa slowly crept toward the source of the sound. It was small, squeaky-possibly a mouse. Could there really be mice in the warehouse? Moving quietly, she reached out, grabbed a stainless steel basin from a nearby shelf, and carefully raised it above her head, preparing herself for whatever she might discover.
Then, Elissa stopped in her tracks, frozen in surprise.
Her eyes widened at what she saw, realizing it wasn't a mouse at all. Perched atop a box was a chubby little boy, holding a bag of chips bigger than his own face and munching enthusiastically. When he noticed Elissa approaching, he didn't stop chewing.
Instead, as she drew nearer, his small face twisted into a pitiful look, eyes red and brimming with tears.
"What are you-" "Hungry," the boy interrupted softly, his voice innocent and gentle. "I'm so hungry..."
As he spoke, large, round tears began rolling down his plump cheeks like glistening pearls, instantly melting Elissa's heart.
She quickly set down the basin, feeling flustered and helpless. "There, there-don't cry she pleaded anxiously, completely unsure how to soothe him.
Despite having been married for five years, she and Robin had no children, and therefore she had absolutely no experience dealing with them. Thinking fast, she pointed at the chips in his small hands. "Those won't fill your tummy properly."
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