Upon laying eyes on Diane, Mia swiftly discerned the motive behind her visit.

Despite Patricia's clear refusal earlier that morning, why did she still decide to show up in the evening?

Diane was in the company of two others, one of whom was a man.

The way he gazed at Mia left no doubt as to his identity.

Still, Mia couldn't help but ponder Diane's apparent lack of discretion in this situation.

"Ah, Ms. Lane, welcome home. We've been anticipating your return for quite a while," Diane greeted warmly as she stood up.

"This is the friend I was telling you about, along with her son. Isn't he quite dashing? I assure you, I have nothing but good intentions; Aunt Patricia and I are quite close, after all."

Mia remained unfazed, her eyes fixed on Sage and Ginger. "Both of you, go back to your rooms."

"Oh, that won't be necessary," Diane interjected. "They've brought gifts for the children-luxurious chocolates, the kind favored by the affluent."

of superiority. "Certainly, feel free to help yourselves. After all,

the table. Despite their fruit-flavored labels, she

were accustomed to Eva's homemade candies,

you. These sweets aren't exactly nutritious. I'd rather the children not indulge in

"Mommy, Uncle says we shouldn't eat these unhealthy candies. They'll damage

quipped, "Candies

Sage and Ginger, Diane

snapped, "Noah, why are you

evident that someone as temperamental as Pamela might not fit

man in question, approached Mia, extending his hand eagerly.. "Ms. Lane, it's a pleasure to meet you must say, I

first impression of

believe there's much to gain from us getting acquainted. You'll find that despite your ex-husband, there are still good men

discomfort through Mia. She had never

only a fleeting glance. "I'm sorry, but I'm not interested

not a blind date, we can still get acquainted. It

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