Hearing that, Josie felt a bit swayed. “We can go.”

Laura nodded. “Then I’ll take care of the arrangements.”

Claudia spoke softly, yet her words carried a palpable weight. She added, “Keep a close eye on Leanne when you’re out and about. The current situation in Wavery isn’t exactly favorable toward her.”

“I understand, Mom.”

Claudia gently patted Josie’s hand resting on her lap, soothing her by saying, “Don’t be too nervous. I believe in your ability to handle this.”

Josie neither agreed nor disagreed, for she felt as though she was living in a grand gilded cage. She was cared for and looked after, but she herself was not a canary.

Zach was not entirely satisfied with this conclusion. He muttered under his breath, “I wonder what you’re thinking.”

Laura shot him a glare, showing no fear.

Mark took notice, tapping the rim of his bowl with his fork. “You two have been through so much together. It would be wonderful if you could make it work, but if you find it too hard to get along, there’s no need to force it. Considering an early divorce might not be a bad idea.”

there was no hint of hesitation. His confidence

managed to squeeze out a smile and said, “It’s just a minor squabble,

“That’s good, then.”

a message that read: Grape really misses

child. Without hesitation, she replied: Okay. I’ll be there in ten

seen by the servants. However, as soon as she left, she saw

Russell has given

found a safe

glow on a sleek

a clear, youthful voice rang out.

back seat, surrounded by toys. Overwhelmed with excitement, she threw herself into her arms, pouring out words of longing

you, too. What interesting things

Josie’s eyes, she saw the man

we even played hide and seek. But they were so silly, it took them forever to find me. Oh, and Mommy, I found a little puppy.

Josie laughed. “Have

I should wait for

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