Eula never expected that her offhand excuse would almost backfire on her.
She gave an awkward smile and quickly tried to remedy the situation. "I was just saying, I don't have any opinions."
After speaking, she hurriedly changed the topic, deeply afraid that Lance would continue.
Deanna, on the other hand, was quite surprised by what Lance had said.
She hadn't expected that this club was designed by Samantha. She thought Samantha was just like other wealthy ladies.
Despite some unexpected events, the meal overall went quite well.
Eula successfully became acquainted with Ollie and his friends.
In the following days, Ollie, under Lance's instruction, came to find Eula every day to hang out.
Eula also wanted to use this opportunity to get closer to Lance's friends and learn more about his situation in the country.
As a result, Deanna found herself with a lot more free time.
At this time, Lionel had completed the final stage of his rehabilitation and was ready to be discharged after a doctor's check-up.
Upon hearing the news, Deanna took Shannon and Nightingale with her to help on the day Lionel was discharged.
During this time, she noticed the sweet and affectionate atmosphere between her friend and Lionel, raising her eyebrows in surprise.
It seemed that in just a few days, their relationship had progressed quite quickly...
Later, they packed up Lionel's belongings and left the hospital.
On the way back, Deanna and Julia sat in one car.
Deanna teased her friend, "Is there something you haven't told me?"
"What do you mean?" Julia asked, looking puzzled.
Seeing this, Deanna couldn't help but tap her friend's forehead lightly. "You know what I mean. What's going on between you and Mr. Grant? Are you together?"
Julia's cheeks turned slightly red at this question.
It seemed she had indeed forgotten to tell Deanna about this.
She smiled sheepishly at Deanna and admitted, "Yes, we're together. I've been so busy that I forgot to tell you."
"How could you forget something so important?"
Deanna huffed lightly but couldn't contain her curiosity. "When did you get together? Who made the first move?"
Julia blushed even more, her cheeks turning as red as if she had applied blush.
"Of course, he made the first move! He pursued me first!"
She looked at Deanna with conviction.
Deanna gave a playful "oh" in response.
Seeing this, Julia realized her friend was teasing her. She reached out in mock anger. "You little rascal, making fun of me! I'll tickle you!"
"Hahaha... Let go of me..."
Deanna was tackled by Julia, who tickled her relentlessly, making her laugh uncontrollably.
Shannon, who was driving, and Nightingale, who was in the passenger seat, exchanged glances and smiled lightly.
It had been a long time since they had seen Deanna so happy.
Time flew by amidst their laughter and playfulness.
Before long, they arrived at Lionel's temporary apartment.
Deanna didn't go upstairs but said goodbye to Lionel and her friend downstairs.
They also made plans to have dinner together that evening.
...
That evening, Deanna brought Lance and the two little ones to the dinner.
When they arrived, Lionel and Julia were already waiting in the private room.
As soon as they entered, the two little ones clung to Julia affectionately.
"Godmother, we missed you so much."
"Godmother missed you too."
Julia hugged the two little ones lovingly.
Seeing his girlfriend being monopolized by the two kids, Lionel couldn't help but clear his throat. "Julia, aren't you going to introduce me?"
Hearing this, the two little ones looked over in confusion.
Chloe said in her sweet voice, "Uncle Lionel, we know you. Why does Godmother need to introduce you again?"
This was followed by laughter from Deanna and Julia.
At this moment, Gregory's soft voice chimed in.
"Silly sister, Uncle Lionel and Godmother are together now. He has a new identity and needs to be introduced again!"
"Godmother and Uncle Lionel are together?!"
The little girl widened her eyes in surprise.
Julia couldn't help but pinch her chubby cheeks and admitted, "Yes, Godmother and Uncle Lionel are together now. Do you want to give us your blessings?"
"Of course! I wish Godmother and Uncle Lionel a long and happy life together."
"I also wish Godmother and Uncle Lionel happiness forever. And I'll protect Godmother. If Uncle Lionel makes Godmother upset, I'll stand up for her."
Gregory followed his sister's lead with his blessing while looking at Lionel with a fierce expression, waving his little fists as a warning.
Seeing this, Chloe joined in the warning too, nodding in agreement. "Brother is right. We'll protect Godmother."
Julia was deeply touched by this scene.
"You two are so sweet."
She said as she hugged the two little ones tightly.
Even Deanna and Lance were surprised by their children's words.