Bride Behind The Mask Novel

Chapter 606

Teresa gazed longingly at the photo of Daddy Maurice, with a look of utter confusion painting her cherubic face a rosy red.

After all, she was undoubtedly Hayes’ Daddy’s daughter through and through. And her twin brother, who shared her birthday suit down to the freckle, must be Hayes’ Daddy’s kiddo too!

Staring at the photo of Mom and Maurice, she knew she couldn’t draw a thing.

Her eyes flickered with indecision as she stammered, “Mom, you’re really putting me in a tight spot here…”

“In a tight spot? I’ve heard tall tales about your skills, Terry. They say you can draw anything! And now, when your dear mom needs your help, you’re suddenly in a bind?”

Teresa, timid as a mouse, couldn’t bring herself to meet Marguerite’s gaze.

She was given the wrong photo-how could she not be flustered? She frowned and nodded, “I can draw, sure, but it’s gonna take a while! Mom, why don’t you leave the photo here and go chill for a bit? I’ll call you when it’s done, okay?”

to shoo Mom out, then sneakily swap in Hayes’ Daddy’s picture to get the job done

could see Teresa pushing her out with all

playful child avoiding work, not the desperate antics of Teresa in

was about her son, a matter

Teresa could help her find

of soda from the fridge, helped herself to some cookies, and plopped back on the couch, legs crossed, with determination on

do your thing, I won’t bug you. But I’ve gotta see you at work with my own eyes.”

leaving the room! With no choice left, Teresa set up her easel with a resigned air, plastered the photo of

Maurice’s picture, she couldn’t start!

Marguerite’s relentless gaze, turned around with a crestfallen look, and pleaded, “Mom, do you really have to watch me draw? You’re cramping my style here!”

rid of me