Chapter 2601

Hilda slowly made her way back to the wooden sofa, sat down, and intertwined her fingers, appearing somewhat anxious.

Lucinda smiled at her and asked, Were clearly safer inside the house, so why do I sense that youre even more anxious now? Am… Am I nervous? No, Im just a bit worried about them, Hilda responded with a laugh.

In her forties, her smile was warm and welcoming.

Lucinda moved closer, took a seat beside her, and said in a soft, confiding tone, Thank you, Hilda, for saving my life.

Without you, I might not have survived.

Hilda took Lucindas hand and patted it warmly and earnestly.

My dear, youre too gracious.

Ive been quite lonely for some time.

Your presence has brought joy to my life.

Lucinda offered a smile.

Hilda continued, However, judging by your upbringing and demeanor, as well as the conduct of those three gentlemen, its clear you come from a well-off family.

return to, and you cant stay in

moment, and then added, Over the

Payne and Mr.

genuinely concerned

to make

have a family and children, youll have

but simply gazed at Hilda for a

..

seemed to hint that she should leave soon with the

Hilda, taken aback, gently patted her hand, reassuring her that

with you around, although… Hilda hesitated,

she went on, I just worry that this place might be too humble

Lucinda smiled warmly.

Its fine.

told me your husband and son went to the downtown area to earn a living and only return for the festivals once a

spend more time

conversation eased

youre really kind

Lucinda gently probed, Before you rescued me, you lived here alone most of the time, didnt you? Dont you

could look for your

shook her

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