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.”

walked a short distance away, then turned back for another glance. Suddenly, she felt a sense of loneliness emanating from

box when she knocked on

with joy as she

down, a smile curving her

Heather was somewhat shy.

and slowly brushing through her long hair. “You’re about to be married,” she said, “Things won’t be the same as they were at home. You can’t just

of warmth flowed through Heather’s heart. “Mmm… Dex has always

well is one thing, but you can’t be too naive,” Claudia said calmly, imparting words of wisdom to

that, Heather’s face

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

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

something else you want to discuss?” Heather asked cautiously, noticing her hesitation

lowered her gaze. Inexplicably, she did not take out the box. Instead, she said, “From now on, you are not just the daughter of the Olsen family, but also Mrs. Russell. You have a dual identity, and you must be more cautious

stiffened for a moment. She cautiously said, “Hide…

haven’t there been one or two

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255