<b>Chapter </b>579
After finishing filming. Valerie became quiteid–back. No matter how much people talked about her, she didn’t take it to heart. At most, <b>she </b>would just look at thements.
More importantly, she wanted to spend time with her family, especially since it was the New Year. She didn’t need to ruin her good mood by engaging in <b>a </b>spat with Angel.
While Matthew and the others were helping Valerie to solve problems, she began nning a travel route.
During the filming, she was always busy the whole day. She didn’t have time to be with Matthew. Although Matthew didn’t say anything, Valerie knew he wanted her to have more time for him.
Now <b>that </b>she had the opportunity, she wanted to spend the New Year with her family and chose Sopeal City as their destination<b>.</b>
That was also where Julian was located.
Julian had a fruit farm with friends in Sopeal City, and Valerie wanted to visit and rx.
When she mentioned her n to Matthew, he readily agreed. However, Sophia wasn’t so lucky. She had been arguing with Angel’s fans on Twitter, which made her anxious <b>and </b>stressed.
Now <b>that </b>the matter was resolved, Manhew suggested Sophia stay home and rest. She didn’t want to disturb their time together, so she didn’t go
<b>with </b>them.
After nning the route. the two set off. As they neared their destination, Valerie called Julian
Julian was loading goods. His role had shifted from a fruit store owner to an orchard boss. The difference now was that the supply chain was more direct without intermediaries, but it was also <b>much </b>more <b>demanding</b>.
Julian, I’m in Sopeal City” Julian was surprised to receive Valerie’s call.
He eximed, “What? Where are you! Ille get you!”
Hearing his familiar voice<b>, </b>Valerie couldn’t contain her excitement. “We’re just <b>a </b>turn away from your orchard.”
“Alright, I’ll be right there” Julian quickly called Aiden. “Aiden,e on. <b>Your </b><b>aunt </b>is here!”
Aiden <b>jumped </b>up excitedly. “Where is she?This content ? N?v/elDr(a)m/a.Org.
Julian said, “Right ahead. She’ll be here soon.”
<b>Aiden </b>pulled Julian along, and they ran to theer. From a distance, they saw a car approaching. When Valerie got <b>out</b>, Aiden <b>rushed </b><b>toward </b>her. <b>Just </b>as he was about to collide with her, he stopped a few steps away, full of excitement.
He said. “Aunt <b>Valerie</b>, Uncle Matthew, you’re here! Happy New Year!”
Seeing Aiden, Valerie was also happy. “Happy New Year, Aiden Here are some gifts for you!”
Valerie <b>had </b>prepared a big gift bag for Aiden. Seeing the Transformer toy inside<b>, </b>Aiden jumped excitedly and thanked <b>his </b><b>aunt</b>.
<b>The </b>little guy was very polite and well<b>–</b>behaved. Valerie patted his head, but due to her big belly, she couldn’t pick him up, though she wanted to. Matthew didn’t hesitate and picked Aiden up directly
Aiden greeted happily, “Uncle Matthew!”
Mathew smiled. “Have you been <b>good </b>these <b>days</b>?”
Aiden nodded. “I’ve been very good. It’s the New Year, and I’ve been helping Dad with the orchard so he doesn’t have <b>to </b>work so hard. Dad got a big <b>order </b><b>and </b>said we needed to prepare early. As soon as the couriers resume, he’ll be really busy<b>”</b>
Julianughed, hearing Aiden’s enthusiastic recounting. <b>“</b>You little <b>rascal</b>. It’s not that hard?”
Aiden replied. “But it is. Aunt Valerie, Uncle Matthew, don’t you think Dad looks thinner and tanner?”
<b>Valerie </b>looked up and noticed that Julian had indeed lost weight <b>but </b>seemed more spirited.
She shouted, “Julian, you have lost weight and gotten tanner, but you’ve done an amazing job! You established your own business in Sopeal City really quick!”
Julian smiled. “It’s for a living! <b>Plus</b>, I know the fruit business well, so I returned to my roots. It’s fulfilling now. Although it’s tiring. I always have energy for it, and Aiden has been very helpful.”
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Aiden quickly gave a thumbs–up. “My dad is the best in the world! He runs the orchard with Mr. Reeves, and they’re very <b>busy</b>! Sometimes after school, Ie to help. <b>Aunt </b><b>Valerie</b><b>, </b>look, I picked those oranges myself! They’re very sweet!”
Aiden wriggled out of Matthew’s arms and ran to a basket under the tree. He picked up two oranges to give to Valerie. Try one
Julian took them, peeled one, and handed it to Valerie. She took a bite and smiled. “It’s really sweet!”
Julian smiled and <b>said</b>, “Yes, the temperature here is perfect <b>for </b>growing fruits. They’re sweeter than those in Kranson City! Come on, let me <b>show </b><b>you </b>around?
Julian led them into the orchard. Therge grove was filled with fruit trees,yer upon <byer</b>.
Different fruits covered the branches, and the <b>fragrance </b>in the air made Valerie smile.
Julian exined, “Those were the oranges. We ve started picking them. Over here <b>are </b>the mangoes. Our workers wille tomorrow.”
“Those are kiwi berries! Julian picked one, wiped it<b>, </b>and handed it to Valerie. Try it. It’s different from what you get in Kranson City”
Valerie took a bite without hesitation. It was juicy <b>and </b>filled her mouth with a rich vor, making her eyes squint with delight.
She eximed, Julian, if I could, I’d stay here forever! <b>I </b>could eat whatever I want whenever I want!”
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