Chapter 97. Tedious Studies

Anna turned to her, and felt another twinge in her head as she frowned.

    “Why? Are you upset with me?”

    “No. Not at all. It's just that I need some time... I've decided to resume my studies. Feel free to say goodbye and find another nanny who can stay... I know a few young women myself...”

    “Stop!” Anna interrupted her. “I'll pay for your studies without compromising your salary. You can take any course you like at the college where I study... That way you can continue to look after Ian. While you're away studying, I'll look after him myself. I don't trust anyone else to do that.”

    “You're being very generous.”

    “There's no generosity in that. I need you and I have to make sure you stay. By the time you finish college and go into your profession, Ian will be old enough to tell if someone mistreats him. Don't think I don't watch you. You've been like a mother to him, and he loves you like o