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

eyes and sharp features, complemented by his perfectly tailored suit, cut an imposing figure at the bedside. Logan stirred

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 she’s

daughter’s still missing, maybe

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

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

replied. Only his grandfather could

engagement," he declared

can you just break it off? You’re making me break my word!" Logan turned his head away