Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 592

Danny was visibly upset, a reaction to Whitney's suitor, Bryce, who hailed from one of Banyan City's prestigious families.

"Can you not show up at my place like it's a 24/7 diner? Haven't I made it clear? I don't welcome you here!" Danny had seen Bryce increasingly treating their home as his own.

It irked Danny, this silent rivalry. A grown man with such a vengeful streak didn't sit well with him!

Whitney was about to interject when Natalie stepped forward, breathing deeply. She affectionately patted Danny's head, "Danny, Grandma always said to treat guests with kindness and respect, especially when they're friends of your mom. Is this gentleman a friend of Whitney's?"

Bryce sized Natalie up, a flicker of depth in his gaze.

He knew exactly who the middle-aged woman before him was.

What surprised him was Natalie's warm and gracious demeanor.

o a certain extent, Natalie represented Ludwik. Her kind approach towards Whitney scored points in Whitney's eyes.

Bryce squinted with a smile, "I'm Whitney's boyfriend, her future husband."

"Not so fast!" Danny interjected.

He was aware of the media spreading rumors about his mom and some loser tying the knot. He hadn't made a fuss outwardly, but deep down, he refused to believe it.

Unless his mom confirmed it, he wouldn't accept it as the truth!

"Danny..." Whitney was overwhelmed, trying to calm her son, "Can you go play over there for now?"

Tiana quickly came over and took Danny away.

Natalie's expression shifted upon hearing Bryce's words.

The fleeting shock followed by a hint of sadness didn't escape Whitney's notice.

not

a greeting to Bryce, then turned to Whitney, "Whitney, I

what you're apologizing for, but

off her coat and led Natalie a bit away, her demeanor consistently gentle and

"Are you and this young man engaged? I can't believe it... Whitney, I understand now. After I left here the other day, I told Ludwik I didn't want to buy the house here. But somehow, that boy insisted on ordering Felix to purchase the two nearby properties. I rushed over from the hospital as soon as I got the news, but it was too late; Felix had already made the payment. I want to tell you, don't be nervous, and don't dislike me. I won't live here; I know you wouldn't be happy. I wanted to see you as a daughter, relying on you emotionally, thinking

finish

her real thoughts and ulterior motives were conveyed through her

Whitney sighed internally.

hurt anyone. If Whitney disagreed,

life the night before, she couldn't bring herself to turn

was like

bear seeing Natalie upset, Whitney changed her mind, "Since the house is already bought, if you want to live there, please do. If you need my help with acupuncture or anything else, just ask. But that's where our relationship will stay." Natalie was visibly heartbroken, yet her eyes sparkled with a

bought are yours to live in. Whitney and Ludwik are no longer an item; she's moved on, so you shouldn't feel burdened. Besides, we're getting married early next month.

stumbled slightly, the impact hitting

Whitney is

Bryce. They hadn't discussed wedding arrangements yet; how could

seemed to realize his slip, looking down, "Sorry, I spoke too soon. But Natalie

hidden her intent to marry

loud 'thud' came

looked up

on the floor and storming over, kicking Bryce in the leg, "My mom didn't say she'd really marry you! Who asked you to get a wedding house ready? We're not moving

his dad was no good,

Bryce, what would happen to him

two kids, where would they stand? Danny hadn't figured it out. He could accept his mom starting a new life, but marrying

don't marry him, okay?" Danny looked up, his eyes brimming

in her child's eyes, Whitney realized Danny's

time

a heavy heart,

hand,