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 even before the door opened.
seemed like her adoptive parents weren’t alone–Sharon’s
to the pit of her stomach as she wondered why
open with a smile. “Mrs. Barrett,
Come on in.”
Mia entered and whispered, “What is she doing
Anyways, things
if Holly hadn’t opened the door promptly, she might have turned
herself in the living
“Mia, you’ve finally graced us with your presence,” she said sarcastically.
your mother–in–law you hold the reins in this household! Your husband claims you make
final decisions, but she seems to disagree.”
was livid, her hands shaking uncontrollably with anger. “Answer me, Mia Bowen! Who’s the person
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