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."

what they’ve been missing." she added, thinking of

entered Room 809. His penetrating eyes and sharp features, complemented

door! If I’d died, who would worry about your marriage? You’d end up a lifelong bachelor, and I’d never see my great-grandchildren." The moment he was on the mend, he was eager to

heard you didn’t feel for the Darling heiress. Since their real daughter’s still

mix of helplessness and exasperation at his grandfather’s relentless matchmaking, which sounded like a mantra in his ear. "Doctor’s orders-less talking, or your heart condition might flare up

to muzzle a sick old man? Always too busy to spend time with me!" he huffed, turning away with exaggerated hurt. His

his grandfather could get away with such pestering- anyone else wouldn’t

engagement," he

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