Lina nodded, her smile courteous. Many things were hard for her to get used to when she first arrived at this home.

Still, Nicholas and Linda assured her that everything would be adjusted to her liking in the Thompson residence. They even sent the staff who usually served them to attend to her needs.

It brought tears to Lina’s eyes. It felt like she had saved the world in her past life, meeting her adoptive parents, who treated her as their own, and her biological parents, who never stopped searching for her.

And then there was Zuko, her perfect boyfriend and future husband. Warmth filled Lina as she smiled, her bright future shining in her doe eyes.

“Is there anything you need, miss?” Aunt Evelyn asked.

Lina snapped back to reality and shook her head. “Not at the moment.”

“Alright, then we’ll leave you be.” Aunt Evelyn smiled. “Just let us know if you need anything at all.”

“Okay.”

Aunt Evelyn turned and waved, the others going about their own tasks. Uncle Jay and Ian headed downstairs while Aunt Evelyn accompanied Lina to the courtyard.

beach. We have a private beach that’s next to the Hamerstons. Just let Uncle Jay know if there’s anywhere

Lina replied, turning her head as she heard

woman was in her 30s and appeared wise and

curious.

Madam’s therapist,” Aunt

surprised. “Madam has been seeing a therapist

she elaborated, “Since you

Lina’s heart sank.

all these years.” Aunt Evelyn’s voice turned somber. “The illness has never left her. She struggles to sleep or eat, is highly

lowered her head. “If it weren’t for me, she wouldn’t be like

dear girl!” Aunt Evelyn held Lina’s hands, her heart aching. “It’s the fault of those

faint commotion from

Ivy walked out, sighing

quickly asked, “What’s wrong with

medication again,” Ivy said, sounding exasperated. “There are side effects, but

“What are the side effects,

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