Turning to Peyton, Dylan inquired, "Is he Mia's ex-husband?"

Peyton maintained his composure as he replied, "I'm sorry, but I can't disclose that information. I hope you understand the importance of maintaining discretion outside of these walls. Here's the confidentiality agreement for you to sign.”

Dylan eventually signed the agreement, although he was already convinced—that bodyguard was undoubtedly Mia's ex-husband!

It appeared that Timothy had become aware of Mia's newfound status as the heiress of the Lane family, which could explain his audacious attempt to make amends.

Nevertheless, Dylan was determined to keep this scoundrel away from Mia!

Meanwhile, in the private deluxe ward, Mia felt as though she had just stepped out from an alternate universe she dreamed up.

In the dream, she relived her experiences in the Barrett residence, including her marriage to Timothy and the mistreatment she endured there.

Like a flickering strobe light, fragments of memories raced through Mia's mind, swiftly passing by.

they had always remained disjointed, lacking

different. She was overcome with

her slumber, Mia opened her eyes and found herself

noticed that tears had dampened a small

of memories from her time in the Barrett family rushed back

instant. Over the past four years, she had forgotten everything about her time in

family had only alluded to her unhappiness there, yet she remained unaware

everything came rushing back

away the tears from the corners of her eyes, her demeanor

from the accident four years ago, and her children were

she wouldn't have hesitated to hold the Barrett

role as her bodyguard, a cold expression briefly crossed her face. Indeed, men

the past, when Mia had feelings for Timothy, he showed no interest in her, going

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