Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 875

Whitney glanced at the clock; it was past eleven. "Yael, didn't Tiana go to the hospital?"

"Tiana said it wasn't necessary," Yael shrugged. "You know how she is, always playing tough. Maybe you can talk to her in the morning; she's probably asleep by now."

Whitney nodded and decided against making another call.

The next morning.

To Whitney's surprise, Tiana was the first to call, her voice full of laughter. "Geez, Whitney, have you been so caught up in your lovey-dovey world with Ludwik that you forgot about the real world? It's Monday, time to get back to work.

I played a major role in taking down Bryce, you know. You gotta put in a good word for me with Ludwik, maybe snag me a little bonus.

I don't need anything fancy at the Sheldon Group, just a spot in the IT department with a decent benefits package will do."

Hearing Tiana's upbeat tone, Whitney's concern eased, and she couldn't help but smile. "Stomach's better? Yael and your uncle mentioned you weren't feeling well last night. I was a bit worried."

"What's there to worry about? A good night's sleep and I'm all better. Probably just a bad takeout. So, are you going to approve my job application?"

Whitney's eyes narrowed playfully. "For such a hero, how can I say no? You're officially the IT team leader at the Sheldon Group starting today. We're counting on your hacking skills, alright?"

Tiana laughed. "Haha, that's what sisters are for. With Bryce out of the picture, I can live peacefully under your wing. Once I'm settled and have saved up enough for my own place, I'll bring our parents over, away from all the drama in Banyan City." Whitney knew Tiana was referring to the hardships the Melford family had faced over the past three years, the rumors, and the isolation.

How she wished she could do more for Tiana.

she owed her everything, though she knew Tiana's pride wouldn't

on, we

just slow down my gaming! And don't forget about

with her this past year. I wonder if she went through with her

matters either. After Valerie left the Fuller family, I hope Nolan Fuller has

took off to clear her mind six months ago. Ever since Elaine Bartels was dumped by Ludwik and ended up under surveillance in

baby. That man's

added, "Once we've

But since she hasn't reached out for help, she's probably managing on her own.

she could accept Nolan, that would be wonderful. He's been in love with her for years, such

It's getting late; come on

smiled, looking out the

lived in the building next

voice came through the phone, "Mommy! I wet the bed, and there's a bit of poop too. I didn't mean to... it happened when I

situation, Cherry's innocence

to deal with Sammy having a bed-wetting incident; the child had always been incredibly independent, rarely

telling me you couldn't hold it in because you ate too much! Why did you have to eat all those dumplings Yael brought over last

chub? I bet Danny and Sammy won't like that; they don't fancy chubby kids!" Tiana's voice was a mix of annoyance and

laugh, hearing Cherry's cries grow louder. She quickly defended her niece, "Tiana, Cherry's not even three yet; it's normal for her to

will. He told me to eat more, that his princess has to be plump and healthy, and he can afford it. I'm his little pearl, always his number one." Whitney and

mention of Parker, especially since they'd been busy dealing with Bryce and trying to move on from past

did Daddy Parker really say all that? You're

under the moonlight. He even kissed me on the forehead and said how great it would be if I were his daughter, then all barriers would just melt away. I didn't quite get what he meant, but he seemed pretty down at the time," Cherry pouted, mimicking the