Chapter 866

Brittany felt a pang of thirst after indulging in a late-night snack. In the wee hours, her stomach settled, but her throat parched. She tiptoed downstairs to the kitchen to get some milk.

On her way back to her bedroom, the soft glow from the study caught her eye.

“Must be Grace forgetting to turn it off again,” she mumbled to herself, veering towards the study.

The soft-soled slippers made her steps virtually silent on the polished wooden floor.

At the study’s door, Brittany paused, hearing a low voice murmuring from within.

“You tell me, why’d you have to go so soon? Left me all alone here, still worrying about the grandkids. Can’t join you just yet…

Brittany froze.

Grandma was still awake at this hour?

Realizing she shouldn’t eavesdrop, Brittany quickly retreated. Inside the study, Grace seemed caught in a monologue, speaking to someone who wasn’t there.

things would come to this, I never would’ve invested in that research institute, let alone let Zac take those risks. Thankfully, that girl’s been found. Once I settle these

reached out in bed for her, finding only cool sheets. His eyes fluttered open just

of concern creasing his forehead. He felt the chill on

went to get some milk,” she

milk and giving Isaac a reassuring kiss, Brittany whispered, “Sleep now.” They sank into a peaceful

up, Brittany descended the staircase to find Grace undergoing her daily health check by the doctor. Exchanging greetings, she then sat down

air. Joie was sprawled on the floor, her face marred

a mix of fear and anger upon

help but feel a surge of satisfaction

chat, and don’t hurt yourself,” he said before walking away.

recalling their last physical altercation, pleaded, “Bro Isaac,

she do if

without a

too late to curse Isaac’s cold heart. She curled up, inching closer to the wall in a futile attempt

dare lay a finger on me,

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