Eight Uncles' Beloved Treasure (Lily)

Chapter 7 Return to the Hatcher Mansion

Debbie clutched a toy rabbit belonging to Lilly. “Don’t worry, Dad, Mum. Lilly left her toy rabbit at home. I’m sure she’ll come and get it back.”

Only Debbie understood the significance of the rabbit. It was the only present Jean had left her daughter. As a result, Lilly hugged it every day; even as she was nearly beaten to death, she could not bear to let go. Debbie remembered Lilly did not cry despite her constant pinching and yelling. Yet, when she grabbed the bunny and cut off an ear, the little girl immediately burst into tears.

“Are you sure she’ll be back?” Stephen looked at the tattered toy and asked skeptically. He did not see any value in the dirty toy rabbit.

Debbie smiled and said confidently, “You wouldn’t know this was her favorite toy since you didn’t spend much time with Lilly, Stephen. It holds a special place in her heart because her mom left this for her.”

Paula pondered for a moment before agreeing with Debbie’s analysis. She remembered Lilly always brought the rabbit everywhere she went, including the restroom.

“That’s great! I hope she’ll be back!” Paula said in exhilaration. She was confident of her abilities to coax a little girl.

Debbie’s eyes flickered as she thought, Lilly will return for the rabbit and the parrot. I’m not certain who owns the parrot, but it resides in the forest behind the Hatcher Mansion. No one can get close to it except for Lilly. Hence, she’ll personally return to fetch the parrot. It’s impossible to ask anyone to collect it on her behalf.

“I’ve already stitched and cleaned the rabbit just now. Lilly will be overjoyed to see it in a good state,” Debbie shared.

Stephen hugged his wife and said merrily, “Debbie, you’re the best! You’re so nice to Lilly, even though she has caused you so much pain. You not only forgave her, but you also fixed her rabbit. I’ll repay your kindness when the Hatchers regain our former glory.”

Debbie leaned on the man and pretended to be overjoyed. “I wish to help you in any way I can, Stephen.”

“Hurry, tidy the place!” Paula instructed Debbie. The servants were dismissed from the mansion after the Hatchers went bankrupt. Hence, there was no one left to instruct except for Debbie. Even though she did as she was told, the woman’s eyes flashed with hatred when no one was looking.

aback by the eight charming young men alongside the mighty Hugh Crawford alighting from the cars. And

to stay on the third floor and observe the events from the balcony. She felt envious when she saw the eight Crawford brothers and was thinking how her life would change

bridge while looking around the room with one hand in his pocket. The

the country. It was the first time she saw him up

to the gate

extended his hand for a handshake. Unfortunately, his enthusiasm was met with a lukewarm response as

your first time visiting the South City? I was wondering why the weather is excellent today. It must be because you have decided to visit our city. Come on in!” Richard said to Hugh

great indeed. It’s cold enough to send my granddaughter to the

Crawford. We have always been taking good care of Lilly. She was throwing a tantrum and argued with Debbie the other day. Her father decided to teach her a lesson so that she will mind her

you think it’s an odd way to teach manners? You caused my granddaughter to have broken bones and forced her to

they were even afraid to breathe. They felt they had received their just punishments now that they were bankrupt, and Stephen

Stephen is Lilly’s father. A child needs to have a fatherly presence while growing up.” Richard nudged Hugh into the house as he spoke, having recognized the importance of maintaining

the elderly man’s signal and added, “That’s right. I’m sorry for hurting you, Lilly. Will you forgive Daddy? I shouldn’t have been so harsh even when you

little girl kept her eyes on Gilbert and refused to look at Stephen. The latter thought in exasperation, what the hell is wrong with her? Doesn’t she know how important this meeting is for the Hatcher family? Why

his instructions when he used a threatening tone. The little girl trembled slightly

Crawford brothers’ resentment grew as they witnessed Lilly’s fear. They chided themselves for showing Stephen

to discuss this further. We’re

on the walking cane

nodded. “It’s here. However, it was damaged when it was thrown into the snow. Luckily, Lilly’s aunt picked it up and fixed it for

men in black barged into the house after Anthony raised his hand. Stephen’s first instinct was to cover his head, fearful of being beaten again. However, he looked up awkwardly when he