Chapter 215 Document Delivered

Natalie smiled and nodded, reaching out to swipe Estella gently on the nose. "I wouldn't lie. Moreover, if you behave well in kindergarten and your teachers praise you, I'll even tell you a bedtime story tonight, okay?" Estella debated internally for a moment before finally letting go of Natalie's leg and nodding. "Okay then, but you have to keep your word, Mommy." "I always keep my word," Natalie replied, standing up and kissing Estella on the cheek. "Now, get into the car or you're going to be late." Estella nodded and obediently got into the car, sitting in the safety seat. Natalie considerately helped her fasten her seatbelt. After giving her a few more reminders, she finally closed the car door. Horatio stood to one side. He had watched Natalie cajole Estella with a faint smile on his usually stern features. He walked forward, gazing gently at Natalie. "I didn't expect the renowned Dr. Lunsford to be a professional child wrangler," he commented teasingly. Natalie rolled her