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 she pressed the

inside was audible

parents weren’t

of her stomach as she wondered why Sharon would

swung the door open with a smile. “Mrs. Barrett, you’re

Come on in.”

unease, Mia entered and whispered,

things are complicated now,” Holly

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

moment Mia showed herself in the living room, all

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

mother–in–law you hold the reins in this household! Your husband claims

decisions, but she seems to disagree.”

uncontrollably with anger. “Answer me, Mia Bowen! Who’s the person with the final say here? Who are you to

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