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

neatly on the table. Despite their fruit-flavored labels,

accustomed to Eva's homemade candies,

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

added, "Mommy, Uncle says we shouldn't

"Candies of

and Ginger, Diane and

Pamela snapped, "Noah, why

Pamela might not fit well

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

impression

You'll find that

of discomfort through Mia. She had

Noah only a fleeting glance. "I'm sorry, but I'm not interested in pursuing a relationship

date, we can still get acquainted. It

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