“I came here to sign the consent form for the compatibility test. Since I’m already here, I might as well drop by to see this little one!”

Elijah turned to Nala and said, “Nala, this is—”

Before he could introduce her, Nala shrank back, though her gaze remained fixed on Sasha’s face. She said softly, timidly, “Hello, aunt.”

Elijah and Kasey were surprised. “What did you say?” they asked in unison.

Nala lowered her head and fell silent.

Sasha smiled and said, “Didn’t you both hear? She called me her aunt.”

“But… it’s your first time meeting, right?” Elijah’s eyes showed a hint of suspicion. The situation felt increasingly strange, tying a knot in his heart.

Kasey, however, seemed unfazed.

Sasha looked at the two of them and asked, “What’s with these expressions?”

shy, especially with someone wearing a mask whose true face she can’t see. Normally, she

leaving

to Nala, and left

while, Elijah pulled Kasey aside and

Kasey remained silent.

his voice. “Did you give her the

longer.

tell you

the time you figure something out, our

at her but found himself at a loss

you’re thinking,” Kasey choked back her tears. “You don’t want this illegitimate child to enter the Chrisses, yet you want

Does she think she can get half of my family’s

is more important to you than your family’s interests, not even our daughter!” Kasey was almost hysterical. “Let me tell you! I may not be able to control the grievances and grudges of the Chrisses from the previous

“You’re being unreasonable!”

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