Chapter 158

Winslet had been extra cautious lately, keenly aware of Jasmine's fate and determined to avoid a similar downfall. She stayed out of trouble and kept her distance from Madeline. Now, on the verge of reaching her goals and leaving Acaceste behind, she knew she couldn't afford any mistakes.

Her face had healed well, but each morning, looking in the mirror brought a wave of discomfort. There was still some swelling, and her once charmingly rounded face had been reshaped into a more defined, oval shape. Her nose

had been refined and her eyes reshaped, but it was her sore lips that troubled her most. Even sipping water was painful. The nurse, Rory Ray, stood by, preparing her medication. "Ms. Larson, you're recovering well. Don't worry," Rory said. Feeling a mix of frustration and unease, Winslet asked, "Rory, do you think I looked better before or after the surgery?"

Rory hesitated before responding with a reassuring smile. "You look much better now. The surgery was worth it" Despite Rory's reassurance, Winslet felt even more distressed. She had always been beautiful in her own right and didn't want to feel like an imposter with a face that didn't truly belong to her.

"Mr. Horton is coming soon. Do I look presentable?" Winslet asked.

"You've be

healed a lot," ko

Kory replied with a nod. "With a bit of makeup, you'll be just fine."

Winslet began applying makeup to shape her features to resemble Madeline's. She then selected a dress from Madeline's old wardrobe and put it on. This dress is so cheap and uncomfortable," she muttered.

wash over her. She hated this new face-Madeline's face-but knew it was necessary for her future. After finishing her

was about 60 percent there-close enough-but her facial muscles still didn't move quite right due to the surgery. Winslet practiced Madeline's

couch. A wave of nervousness swept over her.

smiled and gestured for her to come closer.

Emma Horton, looked puzzled.

said smoothly, her expression unwavering despite the lie. I thought the old name didn't suit her, so I decided to change it.

composure but managed to stay calm as she handed the check back. "Mrs. Horton, I can't accept such a generous gift. She had to maintain the appearance of

Emma glanced at Winslet and tilted her head slightly. "You looked much

"Winnie's been so busy taking care of me lately that she's put on a little weight. She's such a devoted daughter. Then, she thought. I'll make sure Winslet starts a

important, too. It's clear that she's a caring person, taking such good care of her

and discuss the interior." Winslet blinked in stunned disbelief as Emma added, "And we'll transfer the house to your name. Now that Nick has completed his studies and you're

dollar gift to buy a car, a 1 billion dollar company to manage, and a mansion in the rapital with her name on the deed. Winslet felt

have a fancy education? I've won, and I've won big

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The union between the two

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