From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After

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Chapter 505

Debra hadn’t allowed herself to dwell on the car accident that had claimed her parents‘ lives and left her an orphan at such a tender age.

She had always assumed it was just a tragic accident. But now, as she sat across from Andrew, the past came roaring back, shrouded in a sinister new light.

“Marion’s parents didn’t die in that accident,” Andrew said. “It was all a ruse. Marion’s mother, Itzel, survived. Caleb sent her abroad to keep the truth hidden and to ensure she could give birth in peace. Soon after, Marion was born.”

Debra’s mind reeled. Rumors had painted Itzel Houston as a vengeful mistress, driven mad by her illegitimacy and resentment towards the Houston family.

But on the cruise ship, Marion had confessed that these were merely rumors. Itzel was no mistress, but Dwayne’s rightful wife.

“Who wanted to kill Marion’s parents?” Debra asked, her voice urgent. “And what does this have to do with my parents‘ deaths?”

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“Back then, several prominent familles guarded a secret about Seamar City. They were the Potters, the Houstons, the

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scholarly prowess, was seen as a formidable asset in Seamar City. You married

the stories of her family’s past glory. Her parents used to take her to their family shrine,

since her father’s death, she

secret of Seamar

you, so he kept silent. Don’t blame him. That team could

here to

just hope you don’t

together, and Andrew added, “I can see you care about Marion. He’s willing to give up everything for you. Can’t you pretend not to know anything

to stay calm. “How did my parents die? Were the people

“I don’t know.”

in disbelief, standing up. “How