Chapter 34

Lucian’s mom, Miranda Lindberg–Cruz, had a nasty car crash a while back that messed up her legs and eyes pretty badly

After months of rehab in the hospital, she finally had eye surgery. Because of all this, she missed Lucian’s engagement party. Now, she was almost back to her old self and couldn’t wait to meet her future daughter–in–law.

Lucian’s phone buzzed and he left Allison to keep his mom company while he took the call.

“Penelope, come here; let me take a look at you.” Miranda’s eyes were still bandaged, so she couldn’t see. She reached out and grabbed Allison’s wrist, saying with a worried tone, “Why are you so thin? Don’t diet too much; a little extra never hurt anybody.”

“Okay. Allison replied gently.

Miranda really liked Allison’s sweet nature. Holding onto Allison’s hand, she said, “I’m sorry I missed the engagement party. Penelope, I want to give you something to make up for it.”

bracelet from her wrist and

Allison was hesitant to accept it.

you don’t accept it, is it because you’re mad at me for not attending the engagement party?” Miranda teased. Allison was flustered and looked to Lucian for

smiled and said, “If it’s from my mom,

Allison stopped refusing. She reached into her bag and pulled out a bracelet she’d made from red string. “I made

added somewhat shyly, “It’s not anything fancy, I

it; thank you!” Miranda immediately put the bracelet on. Even though she couldn’t see, she felt it over

gift didn’t depend on how expensive it was, but on the thought behind it.

had seen all kinds of luxury goods. Plenty of people tried to suck up to the Lindberg’family by showering her with pricey paintings

that this

her son had found

time alone once he finished his call. Using an excuse, she left

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