Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 440

“Mr. Ferguson, there’s no need for harsh words,” she began, her tone remarkably calm despite the tension buzzing in the air. “Two years ago, I admit I was bewitched by folly. But now, I am undeniably my mother’s daughter.”

Her composure didn’t waver as she continued, “I just wanted to let you know, someone saw Ms. Webster in the restroom looking quite unwell. Isn’t she your ex–wife? Maybe you should check on her?”

Before the echo of her words faded, the man in front of her stormed off towards the restroom with a dark expression clouding his face.

That woman always seemed to have luck on her side. It was one thing for her to be the lost heiress of the Myers dynasty. And now, one by one, everyone seemed overly concerned about that wretched woman! Summer’s thoughts darkened, a cold glint in her eyes.

Bella approached from a nearby table, “Summer, why are you standing here all by yourself?”

“Mom!” Suddenly, Summer’s expression softened as she turned to Bella, putting on a show of fake innocence. “I was just feeling out of place. I didn’t want to cause you any trouble.”

“That’s nonsense. You’re my daughter; no one would dare say a thing,” Bella reassured her, wrapping an arm around her shoulders and leading her towards the elevator. “If you’re uncomfortable, let’s head back to our room. You’ll get used to these events in time.”

“Mom, you’re so good to me!”

Summer wondered, though, if her mother would remain this kind if the day came when all secrets were revealed. Who knew who had the luck to be born

to enjoy it. If nothing went wrong, from this day forward, Bella’s daughter would only be

something, “Why don’t I see you wear g your jade pendant

a hint of regret, “I

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or damaging it. It holds all my memories of you,

circle and recognize it? But even if that happened, with the pendant in her possession and the DNA test done, no

towards her daughter deepened, “Don’t worry, now that I’m with you, if it’s lost or damaged, I’ll get you

Summer’s smile was

first gift from you. A new one wouldn’t hold

face. He had placed her in this

Bella said affectionately, pinching her cheek. “Go freshen up then. You shouldn’t sleep with

“Alright.”

this as her cue to retreat. Continuing the conversation carried the risk of

“Let’s purchase that villa

“Are

whether Bella was truly ready to settle in Vista Town. Despite owning properties nationwide, they always stayed in hotels when visiting Vista Town. Bella harbored a deep–seated aversion, if not outright hatred, for

“I’ve made up my mind.