Call Me Again

Mr. Whitmore was initially listening to Isabella talk about Aurora with some reservations. After all, Aurora had just taken over the work at the company, and there was already a huge mess that even involved the media. It was clear she might not have the skills needed for the job. He was even considering that if Aurora couldn't handle it, she'd have to give up her deputy director position. Not just anyone could fill that role.

But now, with Aurora casually calling him "Grandpa," Mr. Whitmore suddenly forgot his earlier frustration. Aurora's resemblance to her mother, both in looks and demeanor, always made him feel a bit more protective and fond of her.

Especially considering her mother had been away for over twenty years, and Mr. Whitmore hadn't heard anyone call him "Dad" in all that time. Bringing Aurora back home was a big deal, and hearing her call him "Grandpa" carried the same emotional weight as if his daughter had called him "Dad" again. It was enough to move him deeply.

"Auro