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

His penetrating eyes and sharp features, complemented by his

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?

Since their real daughter’s still missing, maybe settle

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

"What kind of grandson tries to muzzle a sick old man? Always too busy to spend time with me!"

happens when you start talking the moment you open your eyes, David replied. Only his grandfather could get away with such pestering- anyone else wouldn’t even get the chance to

engagement,"

off? You’re making me break my word!" Logan