A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

Chapter 120

Chapter 120

Karen paused for a moment, then quickly changed the subject.

“You and Ivan haven’t known each other long, yet he listens to you and is happy to go out with you. He must really like you.”

Parents always felt a quiet sense of relief when they saw their children getting along.

“I’ll walk him out in a bit, then head to the clinic. I won’t be home for dinner tonight.”

“The clinic? Are you feeling unwell?” Karen frowned, reaching out to check Alessia’s forehead.

Alessia’s lips curled into a faint smile. She’d gone from feeling awkward at such gestures to accepting them with calm gratitude.

“Zachary’s studying at the clinic, remember? I thought I’d go see how he’s doing–and check in on Father Benedict while I’m there.”

“All right, I’ll pack up some tea cakes for you to take along. I used less sugar this time, so Father Benedict can enjoy them too.”

True to her word, Karen bustled off to box up the cakes, making sure to set one on a small plate and hand it to Alessia.

“Have one yourself before you go. Looking after kids takes energy–sit and rest a

minute.”

that, she gently ushered Alessia out of the kitchen. Both kids looked up at her, making her shake

unthinkable back in the Tate household.

afternoon tea. York chattered nonstop, but his eyes darted

the Tate family driver. I’ll walk you down in a bit,” Alessia

not going back.” York scrunched up his

to keep

with that.” York pouted, stabbing a piece of cake with his fork and stuffing it in his mouth as if to vent his

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with something

it?” Alessia replied, not

He tossed his fork aside, slouched back in his chair with his arms crossed, looking

him a sidelong

ask. Sneaking out every day isn’t going to fly. If

it,” York muttered, old memories flickering in

Alessia felt a bit more

phone buzzed just as

“Let’s go.

picking up the leash and reaching out a

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