Chapter 102

Maxa trailed closely behind Sharon, a hint of disapproval crossing her face when she noticed Mia seated.

Although Mia perceived Maya’s scrutinizing gaze, her present circumstances left her with little capacity to reffect on it.

With a commanding tone, Sharon directed Mia, “Stand, Mia! We can’t have Ms. Lane standing. She’s an esteemed quest

As Mia began to stand, Laura held her back, but Timothy quietly murmured, “Stay seated. It’s fine.”

Sharon promptly argued, “Tim, what’s the issue? Can’t Mia stand briefly? Ms. Lane went out of her way to

come visit and we couldn’t even offer her a seat. It might become town gossip if we don’t.”

Maya tactfully added. “It’s quite alright, Mrs. Barrett. I can stand.”

Laura responded with a touch of sternness, “Mia is expecting, she ought to sit.”

The news landed like an unexpected bombshell.

at a loss for

looking at Mia in disbelief, exclaimed. “That can’t be right. How

implying? Aren’t you

feeling enveloped Sharon, realizing that Mia’s

with Timothy.

tone. “That’s enough. Grandma needs her rest. Let’s

“Tim, take care of

smile. “And don’t worry about me, just schedule

great–grandchild

lifted a weight off

the room, an awkward

headed straight for the elevator, eager to leave.

pulled Timothy aside, her voice hushed as she admonished, “Tim, didn’t I warn you

mouth twitched subtly. “Mom, this

cirectly.”

Lane

prosperous heiress as her future daughter–in–law. Just as that dream

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