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Wrapped in a charcoal cashmere overcoat, Edwin strode into the room with his long legs, the picture of sophistication that seemed slightly marred by the icy severity etched onto his usually calm face.

He made his way over to Heidi, who was slumped on the floor, and yanked her to her feet with an uncharacteristic roughness. His voice was a cold whisper, "You've dragged the York family name through the mud. How could you invoke our mother in your defense? Go home and take a long, hard look at yourself!"

Without a trace of his usual gentleness, Edwin dragged Heidi out of the room.

In the corner, Marian sensed something was off. Her grandson was always the epitome of grace and kindness, especially toward his little sister. Now he seemed like a stranger-harsh and unforgiving. The words he spoke earlier echoed in her mind, puzzling her. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the Findɴovel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Marian quickly took James by the hand and urged, "James, let's head back. I have a feeling Eddie's keeping something from us."

say goodbye to a few people, and

Heidi into the car, both of them raising their

bloodshot. His voice was hoarse with contained fury. "The

her face, tears streaming down her cheeks as she shook her head, "I don't understand what

You were the only one who saw the photo of that little girl dancing. You know I've been searching for a girl with a petal birthmark on her collarbone, and you've deliberately cut off every lead. You've been in my house, in my study, and you've seen that DNA report. You've known all along

aren't I? We've grown up together, sharing such deep affection. Why should my place in your heart be lessened upon finding out I'm not May's daughter? I've called you brother for over twenty years. Why does the girl, who's never

years, receiving love and adoration from both the York and

mother's death but is also

you've disappointed me. The things you've done have not only tarnished the Campbell name but now have the York family's reputation hanging by a thread. If I don't expose you now, your deception might ruin us all." Heidi was gobsmacked by her