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."

they’ve been missing."

eyes and sharp features, complemented by his perfectly tailored suit, cut an

exclaimed. "You have no idea how close I came to death’s 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 marry off his grandson. "That angel who saved me- such a beauty! Did you see her? Have you paid her yet? Though

daughter’s still missing, maybe settle for their adopted one?

exasperation at his grandfather’s relentless matchmaking, which sounded like a mantra

offended cat. "What kind of grandson tries to muzzle a sick old man? Always too busy to spend time with me!" he huffed, turning away with exaggerated hurt. His theatrical sulking was clearly designed to guilt-trip

your eyes, David replied. Only his grandfather could get

ending the engagement," he

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