Chapter 189

Mia double–checked the caller’s name on her phone–it was indeed Timothy.

Perplexed, she mused, “Why on earth is he calling me? Could he have dialed the wrong number?”

The persistent ringing prompted her to answer reluctantly, “What do you want, Mr. Barrett?”

“Your adoptive parents tracked down the villa and demanded money from me.”

Mia was mortified, and a wave of embarrassment surged through her. “Drive them out. Don’t give them a single penny.”

“Deal with it yourself. I’m busy,” he curtly replied before ending the call.

After tidying up her belongings, Mia hailed a cab to the villa.

Standing before the house, memories flooded her mind. After all, she hadn’t visited the place since moving out.

the air before

argument inside was audible even before the door

parents weren’t

stomach as she

a quick escape, Holly swung the door open with a smile. “Mrs. Barrett, you’re finally

Come on in.”

whispered, “What is she

have no idea. Anyways, things are complicated now,”

of the complexity of the situation, Mia acknowledged that if Holly hadn’t opened the door promptly, she might have

in the living room, all eyes fixated on

the confrontation. “Mia, you’ve finally graced us with your presence,” she said

you hold the reins in this household! Your husband claims you

but she seems

Bowen! Who’s the person with the final say here? Who are

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