It was just before nine o'clock, and Briony had nearly finished packing up her

things when her phone rang.

It was Stewart.

She set down what she was holding and answered the call.

"I'm coming back to Northborough today." Stewart's deep voice carried through the line.

Briony's tone was calm, almost indifferent. “So, are we meeting this afternoon to finalize the divorce papers, or will it be tomorrow?"

"This afternoon's a bit rushed."

"Bryn, do you want to take these books with you?" James called out from the living room.

Briony turned her head and replied, "Yeah, bring them all."

"Alright, I'll pack them up for you. Though, I've got copies of a few of these at my place already-should I leave those?"

"That's fine," Briony answered.

Suddenly, Stewart's voice cut in, sharp with suspicion. "Are you moving house?" Briony frowned, a hint of irritation flickering across her face. "That's not really your concern. Since you're busy this afternoon, let's just meet tomorrow morning."

and pressed on, "Are you moving in

about my personal life," Briony replied, her patience finally snapping, her tone turning cold. "I've held up my end of the bargain. I hope you'll do the same. Tomorrow

from the other

out for half a

brought a sense

Dolphin Cove to James's

for privacy. James had once told her that his father, a hopeless romantic, had bought the place as a

was about the same age as Gina and, hearing Briony was expecting, had done plenty of research on how to care

the sunniest room, saying it was best for

felt warmth settle over her-a sense of

night, Marlene and Gina teamed up to prepare a hearty dinner, most of

was perfectly seasoned; James had a bowl, but wouldn't touch a

good, you should

dramatically. "If I have another bowl, I'll probably start lactating at

Briony was speechless.

Carl snapped a few photos of the warmly lit house and sent them

Then he called.

reported in his usual straightforward way, “Mr. Wentworth,

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