Bab 202: Leben zu retten ist wichtiger

Eleanor's words were so funny that both mother and son couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"I'm sure he'll get it, dear. I would have loved to have seen the distinguished guest bow slightly to our little Eleanor as she draped the garlands around his neck," Kathleen said with regret.

"Of course you'll be there, Mommy. The school has arranged a special seating area for all the parents, so you'll be able to see everything from there."

"I'm sorry, sweetheart, but I might not be able to come to your school tomorrow."

"What do you mean, Mommy?" Eleanor's thin brow furrowed in concern. "You must come. All the other parents will be there."

With an apologetic smile, Kathleen explained, "I fear there's a vital operation I need to be part of scheduled for tomorrow. It will take quite some time, and the time for the operation coincides with your sports event, making it difficult for me to attend," she explained patiently.