Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 606

Teresa gazed longingly at the photo of Daddy Maurice, with a look of utter confusion painting her cherubic face a rosy red.

After all, she was undoubtedly Hayes’ Daddy’s daughter through and through. And her twin brother, who shared her birthday suit down to the freckle, must be Hayes’ Daddy’s

kiddo too!

Staring at the photo of Mom and Maurice, she knew she couldn’t draw a thing.

Her eyes flickered with indecision as she stammered, “Mom, you’re really putting me in a tight spot here…”

“In a tight spot? I’ve heard tall tales about your skills, Terry. They say you can draw anything! And now, when your dear mom needs your help, you’re suddenly in a bind?”

Teresa, timid as a mouse, couldn’t bring herself to meet Marguerite’s gaze.

nodded, “I can draw, sure, but it’s gonna take a while! Mom, why don’t you leave the photo here and go chill

out, then sneakily swap in Hayes’ Daddy’s picture to get the job

She could see Teresa pushing her out with all

playful child avoiding work, not

a matter of the utmost importance

help her find him. Marguerite couldn’t afford to take this

of soda from the fridge, helped herself to some cookies, and plopped back on the couch, legs crossed, with

thing, I won’t bug you. But I’ve gotta see you at work with my

she was leaving the room! With no choice left, Teresa set up her easel with a resigned air, plastered the photo of Mom and Maurice in

picture,

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dress, she finally caved to Marguerite’s relentless gaze, turned around with a crestfallen look, and pleaded, “Mom, do you really have to

a cookie into her mouth with content, “Are you so eager to get rid of me because you’re up to no good? You’re not planning on slacking off,