Chapter 94 An Uninvited Guest

I discreetly opened the door, slipping out of that private room and back into the main hall.

Then I carried on as if nothing had happened, warmly greeting the guests and old clients. The long–time clients had become like family to us, supporting the entire Murphy family over the years.

Everyone in the Murphy family was beaming with pride, especially Matthew. He proudly introduced our daughter to the guests, and I shook my head in disbelief.

He thought that dressing Ava up like a little lady made her one. I was sure many people were watching. the recent social media buzz. However, I hadn’t caught a glimpse of Melanie.

As Ava sat on her grandmother’s lap, people were admiring her. My daughter’s angelic beauty captivated

forever. everyone. Every time I saw her, my heart melted. If only she could remain this happy

Twenty minutes later, my phone rang, and I saw it was Atlas calling. I suddenly felt a mixture of nerves

and apprehension. What was this man up to? Why insist on meeting me in the guest room?

I stepped aside from the crowd and answered the call. He commanded from the other end, “Hurry

upstairs. Now!”

word, he hung up. I was frustrated. How dare he boss me around like that? I

the grand hall and into the

floor guest rooms.

right door by following the room number on the card.

his embrace and made

daring to make a sound, I nestled against him. Although I listened closely to the sounds outside, the

of his heart

minutes before hearing voices in the corridor. He pointed to the peephole, and I looked

Unexpected visitors had arrived, some of whom were carrying

so when I saw

Atlas. He quickly turned my head back and whispered, “Watch closely!”

me. It was an awkward position, but I was

held my waist tightly, his head near mine, our breaths

for? I asked in

I

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