Goodbye, My Love

Judie was an arrogantly condescending individual. Even though she had rescinded her earlier statements and insisted Eloise’s presence at the banquet, there was no telling what other strategies she could employ to harm Eloise.

While Loraine could offer protection to Eloise this time, she couldn’t assure her safety indefinitely. Therefore, she could only rest easy once the Cooper family was dealt with conclusively.

Naturally, Loraine kept these thoughts to herself, unwilling to burden

Eloise with her concerns.

She simply smiled and reassured, “I’ve matured now, and I’m no Longer the Little girl who was easily intimidated. I can protect you now, and be your pillar of strength. So, don’t worry about me. Let us accompany you. Regardless of Judie’s schemes, I won’t allow her to triumph.”

Loraine’s words, although she still appeared somewhat apprehensive. To allay Eloise’s concerns, Loraine pushed Marco in front of her

now have a boyfriend. He’ll ensure my safety even

Intention Revealed

of him as her boyfriend, Marco’s grin broadened

Harvey, you have my word, I

strength when he single-handedly confronted a group of black-clad men at the orphanage entrance, Eloise

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attested to his genuine affection. He appeared quick-witted, and with him at her side, it seemed less likely that others could

decision to stay for her sake,

found an empty table for them to sit at. All around them, the villagers were heartily enjoying the feast. For these folks, accustomed to modest meals, the lavish spread on the banquet table was

Loraine and Marco found the

had a weak appetite and set

banquet reached its zenith, some guests began to