Redmption 45


    That spot was indeed the highest point. Through the video, I could see the amusement park under


    the lights. Overall, it didn’t look bad. But the base color of the lighting waspletely different from


    the design.


    The original design had a blue gradient base color. It was supposed to


    resemble an ocean transitioning from night to dawn.


    Now, it was all blue, without the gradient. And the blue was a deep and heavy shade. Though the


    color was rich, itcked soul.


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    “Ms. Crown, that’s the overall view. I’m not sure if it’s the contractor’s problem or the lighting


    manufacturer’s issue.” Kara’s voice came through.


    “Have youmunicated with both parties? What did they say?” I asked.


    “The contractor said they followed the requirements. And the manufacturer said the lights were


    made ording to our specifications. Neither admits there’s an issue, so I don’t know where the


    problem lies,” Kara said, feeling


    troubled.


    “Ms. Crown, you need toe back. I really can’t handle this. Plus, you’ve put so much effort into


    this amusement park. You wouldn’t want it to have such issues, right?” Kara started persuading me


    again.


    “Alright. I’lle back.” This time, I didn’t say anything else.


    After hanging up the video call, I booked a flight. Soon after, I received the aerial details from Kara


    and realized the problem was quite significant.


    Early the next morning, I had already packed my luggage as I had a 9:00 am flight to catch.


    ‘Maddie, you’re up early today. Are you doing your yoga again?” Kelly asked as


    she saw me.


    I’d been practicing yoga in the courtyard these past few days. Kelly always reminded me to be


    careful not to hurt my arms, legs, or back.


    “No.”


    I walked up to her. “Mrs


    Rhodes, I have to go back.”


    I


    Kelly was stunned. Then, she mumbled, “Didn’t you say you’d stay for a few more days?”


    “There’s a project at mypany with some issues that I need to handle. After it’s sorted out, I


    mighte back to see you,” I said, though I only mentioned it as a possibility.


    Even though I would leave Chris‘pany, I still needed to continue working to support myself.


    “Alright. Go on then. Everyone leaves, except for this olddy who can’t go anywhere.” Her words


    tugged at my heartstrings.


    They also sparked a bold idea in me. “Mrs. Rhodes, why don’t youe with


    me?”


    “Take me with you?” Kelly was surprised.


    “Yes. I’ll take you to see the bustling city. I smiled, feeling excited at the prospect. Over these few


    days, I hade to see her as my own grandmother.


    But Kelly shook her head. “It’s fine. At my age, my legs aren’t nimble anymore. I’d just be a burden


    to you.”


    “No, don’t say that, Mrs. Rhodes. Come on. It’ll just be for a few days,” I clung to her arm and


    pleaded.


    She looked at me. “Thank you for your kindness, sweetie. But I won’t go


    anywhere. I’ll just stay here. If you ever want toe back, you know where to find me.”


    Hearing her words, my nose tingled with emotion. I reached out and hugged her. “I’ll miss you, Mrs.


    Rhodes.”


    “Why would you miss me? You should miss Brandon. He’s such a good man. But you’ve hurt him


    until he had to leave. Kelly’s words instantly shattered my little moment of sentimentality.


    Brandon had left because I had rejected him and because I didn’t like him?


    Before I could say anything, Kelly patted my hand. “Maddie, Brandon really is a good man. I hope


    you’ll think about it.”


    “Okay,” I agreed.