Chapter 189

Mia double–checked the caller’s name on her phone–it was indeed Timothy.

Perplexed, she mused, “Why on earth is he calling me? Could he have dialed the wrong number?”

The persistent ringing prompted her to answer reluctantly, “What do you want, Mr. Barrett?”

“Your adoptive parents tracked down the villa and demanded money from me.”

Mia was mortified, and a wave of embarrassment surged through her. “Drive them out. Don’t give them a single penny.”

“Deal with it yourself. I’m busy,” he curtly replied before ending the call.

After tidying up her belongings, Mia hailed a cab to the villa.

Standing before the house, memories flooded her mind. After all, she hadn’t visited the place since moving out.

A brief hesitation hung in the air before she pressed the doorbell.

heated argument inside was audible even before the

like her adoptive parents weren’t alone–Sharon’s voice joined

pit of her stomach as she wondered why Sharon

a quick escape, Holly swung the door open

Come on in.”

Mia entered and whispered, “What is

idea. Anyways, things are complicated

situation, Mia acknowledged that if Holly hadn’t opened the door promptly, she might

living room, all eyes fixated on her.

initiated the confrontation. “Mia, you’ve finally graced us with your presence,” she said

“Tell your mother–in–law you hold the reins in this household! Your husband

she

livid, her hands shaking uncontrollably with anger. “Answer me, Mia Bowen! Who’s the person with the final say here? Who are

initially arrived with plans to redecorate the house for

her wildest dream did she expect Mary and

“There’s something I haven’t disclosed. Timothy

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