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lan's eyes narrowed at the revelation, his voice growing tense, "You know everything?"

Marian, with tears welling up in her eyes, nodded. "I had my suspicions, but hearing it from you, I'm certain now. lan, you've suffered such a terrible injury for Clara. I'm so relieved on May's behalf. She was right about you."

In a deep voice, lan said, "Grandma, it's what I had to do."

The word 'Grandma' unleashed a fresh torrent of tears from Marian. Not only had she found her granddaughter, but she also learned of Clara's pregnancy. To top it off, the father of the baby had just referred to her as grandma.

lan's hand, was too moved to know what to do.

in on the truth, couldn't stop grinning from ear to ear. "May had always envisioned him to be the one for Clara. It's only right he calls you grandma. Now that Heidi's locked up and Leonora's grounded, the

hesitated, "It's not that simple. As long as the person who framed Aunt May is out there, Clara is in danger. We can't let our guard down. But I'll find

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hospital. During his stay, many relatives and friends came to visit. Clara organized

down and pinched his cheek, smiling, "I missed you too, little man. Who did you come with? Where are your parents?" Orin's smile broadened, "Mom and Dad had to work, so

smile, "Orin insisted on coming when he heard you were hosting. His parents

your concern, Ms. Marian. My father is