Maria smiled faintly and waved at Sidney, like greeting an old friend. Sidney, however, coldly averted his gaze and walked off with Diana. Maria finally got a clear look at the girl, who was undeniably beautiful. Herman got into the car and asked, "Miss Conner, where do you live?" Maria gave him the address.

"Thank you, Mr. Evans."

Herman chuckled lightly. "You're Tiana's friend, no need to be so formal with me."

Maria's smile became a bit more relaxed. "Tiana is Tiana, and you're you. It's not the same."

Herman was momentarily at a loss for words.

He glanced at Maria again.

Earlier, she'd been quiet, almost reserved.

But now, in this more private moment, he realized she was different from most people.

She didn't seem to care about others' opinions, acting on her own whims with a laid-back, carefree attitude. It was as though she possessed a truly free spirit. Soon, they arrived at the entrance to her complex.

Maria got out of the car. "Goodbye, Mr. Evans."

Herman nodded slightly, watching as she walked away.

a middle-aged couple rushed toward Maria, grabbing her

you! I'm your mother!" The woman clung to her like she'd never let go,

frowned, pulling against their grip

"Let go of me! I

my daughter! If you don't believe us, we can go

situation struck Maria, and she said, "Let go, or I'm calling the

the woman tightened her hold. "Go ahead, call the police! They'll confirm

pulled out her phone and called

man lunged forward, snatching Maria's phone from her hand and smashing it onto the ground,

do you think you're doing?"

woman was just as stunned. "Why would

man ignored her,

"No need to call

the hospital for a DNA test. We'll

icy, said, "You just destroyed my property. This won't be resolved without the

stepped in front of her, trying to

Herman rushed over, shoving the man

already called the police. What exactly are you

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