Chapter 90

Today, Lyman was driving a black Cayenne.

Effie glanced around, making sure there was no one she knew nearby, then hurried into the car.

Lyman caught the furtive way she moved and couldn't help but smirk. "What's with the sneaking around? Am I such a shameful secret?"

Effie gave an awkward chuckle, trying to explain, "I just want to avoid any unnecessary trouble. Oh, and let's stop by Butterbeam first-I want to pick up some nut cake for Mom. She loves it."

Effie was always thoughtful like that. Every time she visited the old family house, she'd bring along everyone's favorite treats.

Of course, the Etheridge family wanted for nothing. Effie knew that bringing gifts wasn't about necessity; it was simply a gesture of care.

Lyman felt a quiet warmth at Effie's considerate nature and understanding.

After they set off, Effie made a stop at a century-old bakery. She picked up a box of nut cake and a classic cheesecake.

The pastries were beautifully made and just lightly sweetened-perfect for older folks.

With everything packed up, they headed back to the old house together.

The drive was smooth, ending as they pulled into the courtyard. Effie was the first to step out.

then, Lindy emerged from the house, her face lit up with

"Effie, you're here! I had Lacey make you some nourishing

I'll have an extra bowl, thank you." Effie's heart

my, you're the best daughter-in-law. Always thinking

of them linked arms affectionately, more like mother and daughter than

gotten out of the car, but he was entirely-if

head with a helpless

daughter-in-law

"Has that rascal been treating

already seen the latest

Isabel was back.

a

like she was just here to stir up

The girl's ambition was written all over her face— restless, always scheming, not the

liked Isabel, Lindy told

never seemed

plenty

couldn't make

mind-Effie was the only

anyone mess

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