Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 24-2

David explained softly, "Grandma’s in a hospital overseas. She has a growth in her brain. Surgery’s too risky, so she’s on medication to keep it under control."

Danielle’s heart sank. Although his grandmother was still alive, it was clear her time was running out. The growth had already begun affecting her nerves and memory.

Despite consulting countless experts, the family had no choice but to opt for conservative treatment.

"David, help Danielle put it on," Logan said, gesturing toward the bracelet.

Polly’s composure cracked. Her eyes locked on the bracelet, an object she had coveted for years. Now, Logan was giving it away-to someone she barely knew.

"Logan, are you sure about this?" Polly’s voice rose, a hint of desperation creeping in. "This is Tara’s family heirloom. She’s still abroad. What if she doesn’t approve of Danielle? Wouldn’t it be better to wait until Tara recovers and comes back before making this decision?"

He wasn’t fooled. "I make the decisions about this family, Polly," he said, his voice cold. "This bracelet belongs to Danielle now. That’s

hopes had been crushed with

how can you trust an outsider so

protested, his frustration spilling over. "I’m David’s father-I should have a say

are?" David, who had been quiet up until now, shot Geoffrey a piercing glare, his

your father like

business, and now, David was openly

see me as his father anymore. Fine, but don’t blame

firmly, his once amiable expression hardening. "If you two can’t control yourselves, leave the room and

quiet. Logan’s authority was absolute, and neither dared to push

Danielle, and his face softened, his warmth returning. "Danielle, don’t let them upset you. What I