Laura leaned against the wall, hidden in the shadows, still clutching the item she had intended to deliver to Heather’s room.

Her gaze remained surprisingly calm.

“Laura?” Claudia approached from a distance, her eyes sharp.

Regaining her composure, Laura said, “Mother.”

“Why are you standing here?”

“I’m feeling a bit hypoglycemic. I need a moment to rest.”

Without hesitation, Claudia opened the box in Laura’s hands. Inside were a pair of earrings and a ring, both made of pure gold, intended solely for Heather.

“Let me take these inside,” Laura hastily suggested.

“Hold on.” Claudia took over. “I’ll handle this. You should go and rest for a bit. Today is going to be very busy.”

turned back for another

just put away the box when she knocked

beaming with joy as she stepped

and down, a smile curving her lips as

Heather was somewhat shy.

down, picking up the wooden comb from the table and slowly brushing through her long hair. “You’re about to be married,” she said, “Things won’t be the

through Heather’s heart. “Mmm… Dex

he treats you well is one thing, but you can’t be too naive,” Claudia said calmly, imparting words of wisdom to her daughter before her wedding. “What happened at the art

hearing that, Heather’s face

was that if she hadn’t been manipulated by Josie, her reputation wouldn’t

a smile, patting Claudia’s hand. “Don’t worry, Mother. It won’t happen again.” She wouldn’t allow

in the mirror, yet she felt a peculiar sensation within her. A sense of alienation was intensely strong, devoid of the affection one would

is there something else you want to discuss?” Heather asked

family, but also Mrs. Russell. You have a dual identity, and you must be more cautious in your words and actions. Leanne, is there anything… you have been hiding from us? Speak

Heather’s expression stiffened for a moment. She cautiously said, “Hide…

the Olsen family. Over these many years, haven’t

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