Grace halted in her tracks, her hands clenched and then relaxed.

“I know I screwed up a lot with you guys.” Christopher said, “I’ve arranged a nice position at the company for Allison. Tell her she can

come over.”

“No need,” Grace said firmly, “Allie’s job is just fine. You don’t need to worry.”

Christopher sighed, “Grace, you’re still as stubborn.”

Grace left, pushing the door open. She was worried sick about Penelope, but couldn’t go see her.

E

After leaving the hospital, Grace took out her phone, leaned against a wall, and kept looking at the news. The reports said Penelope was crushed by a chandelier, bleeding heavily, and had a miscarriage. It scared the crap out of her.

Her phone suddenly rang. It was a call from Allison. She wiped away her tears and answered, “Hey, Allie.”

“Mom, where are you?” Allison asked.

Grace could

already bought groceries. When are

be home soon, Allie. Weren’t you supposed to be in class today?” Grace asked.

didn’t have class.”

on a bus. She gripped her

for Penelope seemed excessive, as

by her own thought, but

How could Penelope be her biological daughter? She was the Flanagan family’s daughter.

out her phone and called

picked up immediately, “Ms.

Penelope?” Allison

her question. He knew the tension between Allison and

glanced at Lucian sitting at his desk, mouthing, “It’s Ms.

phone and turned on speaker, “Ms. Flanagan is still

Penelope was already… That’s why Lucian has been standing by her side.” Allison’s voice carried a hint of mockery and jealousy.

Lucian’s expression, but Lucian didn’t look angry. Shawn immediately said, “Mr.

waiting for him at the cinema tonight.”

voice was low, “Alright, I’ll be there on

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