Chapter 20

Monica instantly realized that the woman must have told Stanley about her visit.

At that moment, she finally understood that Melinda held an important place in the man’s heart.

Despite her reluctance, she had to accept the truth.

Looking at the beautiful villa before her eyes, she recalled seeing the woman sitting on a swing and sipping ginger tea. She was envious of her.

She didn’t try forcing her way into Emerald Harbor for an earring, for that would only make her look pathetic.

Meanwhile, Melinda was watching Samuel and Pamela play chess in the living room.

“When will we see Becca again, Mommy?”

“Will we go back to Sunnyvale, Mommy?”

“We will.” Melinda curled her lips. “However, your daddy is bringing us somewhere in the afternoon. We’ll go back to Sunnyvale when we have the time.”

“By the way, Daddy told us that he’s enrolled us in the best kindergarten in Riverdale. Will Miss Courtney be there?” Pamela asked expectantly.

Courtney won’t be there, but the teachers will love you as much as she does. As long as you behave, you’ll

“We’ll behave!”

brought the

smile,

place has never been so lively

hope the kids‘ presence doesn’t disturb the tranquility

“We all love Samuel and

seat, Mr. Swanson.” Melinda motioned for

then poured him a cup of tea. “Stanley called me earlier and said he’s taking me to see his mother in the afternoon. I’d like to know more about his mother from

understood Stanley very well; the man

married Melinda, they would spend the rest

21 years ago, a fire broke out at the Fox Manor, Mr. Fox was about 17 years old

surprised by what she heard. “Did you just say Stanley was 17 years old two decades ago? How old

“He’s 38.”

“I didn’t know he’s so much older than

was puzzled as to why

the news. “Go on. I won’t interrupt

Mr. Fox’s mother was trapped inside the house, but no one dared to go in and save her. Mr. Fox bit the

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