Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 8-2

"Remember, Danielle," he said, his eyes intense and determined, "you’re my sister and the Darling princess. Whatever troubles you, come to me. I’ll handle them."

A rare smile touched her eyes. "Understood. I’ll go to my room."

Joseph watched Danielle leave before heading to the study with the results. He placed the report before his parents, though they shared his certainty-they’d never doubted she was their daughter. Still, having official confirmation made everything properly complete.

"Our thoughtful girl, Vivian sniffled. "Taking care of this herself... We’ll make up for everything she’s missed."

till those boys see what they’ve been missing." she added,

features, complemented

moment he was on the mend,

the Darling heiress. Since their real daughter’s still missing, maybe settle for their

exasperation at his grandfather’s relentless matchmaking, which sounded like a mantra in his ear. "Doctor’s orders-less talking, or your

his words, puffing up like an offended cat. "What kind of grandson tries to muzzle a sick old man? Always too busy to

open your eyes, David replied. Only his grandfather could get

engagement," he declared

it off? You’re making me break my word!" Logan turned his head away dramatically, showing David his back-a clear