Not A Small-Town Girl

backing out? No. This was her chance. She had to convince him.

[I can’t make a move right now. But I’ll send you something soon that will help you. After that, your family will start favoring you over her. When that happens, you’ll be able to get whatever you want.]

Audrey stared at the message, feeling a mix of confusion and curiosity. What could this be? [Then I’ll wait for it. Thank you, Sir.]

She sent the message and sat there, waiting, but no further replies came.

David had already left, leaving only Danielle, Howard, and Vivian downstairs.

"Danielle, you’ve had a long day. Go upstairs and take a bath," Howard said, his tone warm but firm. He knew how hard his daughter worked. He never asked her too many questions about what she was up to-he just wanted her to be happy. "Yeah, Danielle, go upstairs and relax for a bit. You won’t be seeing much of us over the next few days," Vivian added with a hint of reluctance. She wished she could shield Danielle from all the pressures of life and let her enjoy being young, like a princess with no cares.

I’m waiting for Joseph. I need to talk to him about something," Danielle explained, having already called Joseph after finding some important info

his phone. "He knows his sister’s waiting for him and still doesn’t come back on time? I’ll call

opened, and Joseph walked in, phone in hand.

His son was always

from the entrance. Then

been? Danielle’s been waiting for you," Howard said, his voice a

"Sorry, Danielle. I had a last-minute meeting, and got

Now

Vivian smiled, relieved and happy to have her around

have you eaten yet?" Danielle asked, noticing that Joseph