Female Novel
Chapter 42
Chapter 42
The next day was Saturday, and Judith planned to get up at nine o’clock. She would then have breakfastand go on looking for a suitable place. Yet Judith forgot to turn off the alarm clock and thus woke up ateight. Judith had to get up. After washing up, she changed into a set of sportswear and was going to jogfor an hour in the morning. Judith wouldn’t get fat even if she ate a lot. But once she got time, she wouldstill go jogging. In her spare time, Judith would get trained in combat sports as well, to strengthen herbody. Judith was healthier than she had been seven years ago. When Judith was in Kimshire, on theweekend, she would take her three kids to do morning exercise along with her mother. Those were thegood old days that Judith would never forget. When Judith was going downstairs, her phone rang.
Judith saw the caller ID. She smiled happily at once. Answering the phone, Judith said, “Mom!” “Judy, Ithought you would sleep late on weekends.” Judith couldn’t help but chuckle. She complained a little, “Iwas going to sleep late, but I forgot to turn off the alarm clock. So, now I’m going out jogging.” “It’s goodto exercise more. You have to take good care of yourself since you are in Mayfield alone! Don’t worryabout Lucas and Emily. They’re doing well! Alissa took Eric again today for some special event. Youdon’t need to worry about them. You can take your time looking for a place. I still have some savings. Ifyou don’t have enough money for a good location, I can back you up.” When Judith heard this, she wasmoved. “Mom, how can I let you pay? I’ve got some savings and shares over the years. I should be ableto buy a place for five.” “What are you talking about? You are my baby girl. I will always back you up.Judy, listen to me. People don’t spend much money at my age. You may use my money if you need it.You have to find a place near the school. It will be easier to pick up the kids from school.” Judith could tellthat her mother was unhappy. She smiled and said, “Mom, if I don’t have enough money, I’ll let youknow.” “That’s my girl. Take care of yourself. When you find a place, I’ll take the three kiddos back.” Hermom’s loving voice always warmed Judith’s heart. The two chatted for a bit more before hanging up.Judith smiled brightly. Anyone could tell her happiness from her face. Judith ran along the river behindthe community. There were very few cars on this road and many people were jogging in the morning.
Judith had been living in Mayfield for more than ten years. Though she had been away for seven years,she was still familiar with the city. She kept jogging forward with a faint smile. In the crowds, her elegantfigure stood out. Frank also had the habit of jogging in the morning. His villa was not far from thecompany, and he would also jog in the morning on weekends.novelbin
To his surprise, Frank met Judith. When Frank recalled that Judith had left without saying goodbyeyesterday, his eyes turned cold. Frank tried to ignore Judith, but as he got closer to her, he couldn’t helpbut stop in front of Judith. Judith saw Frank. Having recalled what happened yesterday, Judith’s heartbeat faster. She looked up at Frank nervously. Frank’s face was still as cold as ever. He stared at Judithcoldly. Judith was used to Adam’s gentleness and friendliness. She was very unaccustomed to Frank,who was as cold as an iceberg. Frank stared at her coldly, making her feel as if she had committed aheinous crime.
Frank did not speak. The atmosphere became very awkward. Judith could not stand the embarrassment.She smiled and said, “Mr. Taylor, are you jogging as well?”