At the police station, the identities of the middle-aged couple were confirmed.

The man was named Gorden Yates, and the woman was Tracy Harris.

Both of them insisted that Maria was their daughter.

They even presented a birth certificate from years ago.

When the police asked why they were only looking for their daughter now, they explained that the child had been lost years ago, and a relative had recently seen Maria in Cloudflare City and remarked on the striking resemblance, prompting them to come find her. It was clear they had come prepared with their story.

Since the situation had drawn police attention, it couldn't just be brushed aside. The authorities arranged for a DNA test to first confirm if there was a parental relationship.

Tracy looked at Maria with a face full of excitement and guilt. "I'm sorry, darling. It was my fault back then. After I gave birth to you, I was too weak. I had no idea you'd be taken away. You've suffered all these years."

Maria remained indifferent. "The test results aren't out yet. Don't try to get close to me."

Even after getting the test results, it wouldn't make a difference.

clearly uncertain. They didn't know much about Maria, and now they worried-would she even give them money?

look reassured Tracy not

results still pending, Maria

Mary! Wait for us!" Tracy hurried after

her gaze frosty. "What do

here and don't really have a place to stay. Can you take us in for a few

"No."

was

You have a responsibility to take care of your parents. You have to take care of us!" Maria scoffed. "And you think you deserve

that, she turned and

car. Seeing her approach, he opened the

brat. I raised her, and she'll pay for it,

"But she doesn't seem easy to deal

fear? A few smacks will set her straight," Gorden dismissed her concerns. Tracy hesitated. "What should

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