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."

assumed a touch of superiority. "Certainly, feel free to help

the table. Despite their fruit-flavored labels,

Eva's homemade candies, crafted from only

declined, "No, thank you. These sweets aren't exactly nutritious. I'd

Mia and added, "Mommy, Uncle says

serious demeanor as he quipped, "Candies of this quality wouldn't

Ginger, Diane and Pamela's expressions grew

Pamela snapped, "Noah, why are you

as Pamela might not

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

impression of

acquainted. You'll find that despite your ex-husband, there are still good

words sent a wave of discomfort through Mia. She

withheld her hand, giving Noah only a fleeting glance. "I'm sorry, but I'm not interested in

Noah continued, "Even if it's not a blind date, we can

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