Chapter 40
with Nicole’s name drated now, Heidi wondered, would she still went to retum?
wanted to, Heidi would make pare Nicole got promoted. It would be best if she became the medical director!
Nicole hesitated for a moment before speaking. “I plan to go back to school and continue my studies.”
This surprised Heidi, maybe because Heidi had to use her connections to enroll Monica into a prestigious university when she failed her exams. After finishing her four team, Monica never pursued further studies.
Heidi hadn’t expected Nicole to wait to go back to school. But she felt even more relieved. It was only right for her daughter to be this excellent.
“Llooked up some reports about you from your university days recently, Nicole. I didn’t realize you were such an outstanding student!” Heidi said. “I heard your prodesset even wanted you to stay on for a combined master’s and PhD program, but you turned him down. What happened?”
When Heidi mentioned this, Nicole’s throat tightened as she swallowed.
That was one of her biggest regrets. To this day, she didn’t have the courage to open her chat history with her professor or to go back and meet him.
Nicole’s hands curled into fists before she even realized it.
Heidi looked at her with even more concem, asking, “Nicole, tell me. Was it because of money?”
Money was indeed part of it, but the major reason had been Jacob,
Nicole’s epes welled with tears. It took ler a moment to calm herself, “It was because of money. If I had pursued the combined master’s and PhD program, i (wouldn’t have been able to work and support myself.”
wouldn
Heidi teared up instantly at that. She lifted a hand to wipe away the tears at the comer of her eyes. Without a second thought, she picked up the phone on the coffee
When the call connected, Heidi
teidi got straight to the point. “Is this the president of Silverwood University? I am the wife of the president of Boyd Corporation.
“I would like to donate two million dollars to the university to improve lab facilities for the medical students. This is also to improve the conditions for those pursuing combined master’s and PhD programs.”
When she heard this, Niende snapped out of her daze and stared at Heidi in disbelief.
Heidi gave her a reassuring look Nicole didn’t know what was said on the other end, but Heidi sald softly, “There’s no need for dinner. I’m doing this all for my daughter”
After Heidi hung up, Nicole was still in shock she couldn’t hold back her tears as she asked Heldi, “Mom, what are you doing?”
“Nicole, right now, I just want to do everything I can to make it up to you. Do you understand?”
“Mom, I’m happy right now. You don’t need to do more for me. I’m already satisfied with this life,” Nicole said.
Heidi couldn’t held back any longer and pulled Nicole into a tight embrace. “But for me, nothing will be enough. 23 years has just been too long.”
The mother and daughter held each other close, the atmosphere warm and emotional
This w
I witnessed by Monica, who stood at the top of the stairs. She dug her nails into her palms and drew blood. Unwilling to accept this, she walked down the stairs. When she reached the couch, she happened to hear Heidi get up. “Nicole, you’ve been home for so long and still haven’t tried my cooking yet. I’ll cook you a nice meal today,” Heidi said.
Monica immediately stepped forward when she heard that. Feigning sweetness, she said, “Mom, I’ll help you. You always liked me by your side when you did the cooking before.“*.
Sering this, Heidi was about to ask Nicolle to join them
But Monica said instead, “Mom, Nicole just came home. She should rest on the couch. The latchen is greasy, but I don’t mind getting dirty. I’ll help you out, and we can make a big, delicious meal for her together!”
ridi’s arms, friguing affection.
