“Lena…” Lina’s voice carried a hint of sadness as she tightly squeezed Lena’s hand. “Don’t say that. I’ve always considered you part of the family.”

“Really?” A glimmer of light appeared in Lena’s dim eyes.

“When I was in danger, you protected me. You were my bridesmaid at my wedding. Your support has always been wholehearted. How could I ever treat you as an outsider?”

“Lina…”

“Perhaps you’ve misunderstood Aunt Kaitlyn.” Lina gently patted Lena’s head. “You mentioned she was lingering around the study, but it might have been out of mere curiosity.”

“I don’t care whether she was curious or not!” Lena’s brows furrowed. “All I know is there are the Thompson Group’s documents in the study, as well as your design plans! Even though I don’t understand those things, I know they are important and shouldn’t be seen by others.”

Lina was moved by Lena’s dedication and remained silent for a moment before softly chuckling. “Lena, why are you so good to me?”

Lena’s expression shifted slightly, and she lowered her head, whispering, “Maybe it’s fate.”

wanted to inquire further, but Lena walked

an invitation

to their home. After all, Toph was going to marry Renee, and their parents spending time together

at the Hamertons’, she looked around with a mix of surprise and admiration

but this little courtyard is my favorite,” Cordelia said, holding

and plants. And

Kaitlyn’s expression, noting a subtle trace of envy in her smile and

and

know the reason you invited me here today.

aback but responded with

you all think I’ve changed, but in truth… I’m only doing this for my daughter.” Kaitlyn lowered her head, hands crossed, and eventually

her to a chair in

was refreshing, and warm sunlight enveloped the surroundings, creating a

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