52 Breaking the nows to Nina

52 Breaking the

ews to Nina

Unlike Haines's worry, Penny didn't see him differently after hearing what he said. If anything, she felt a little surprised he spoke his mind so casually and honestly with her.

"I understand, Uncle Haines," she said mildly. "I don't think Uncle Haines is being selfish."

Haines heaved a sigh as he glanced at the rearview mirror. "That feels reassuring, Penny."

Penny didn't answer, but she felt more reassured that Haines wast looking out for her. But as silence settled in, she couldn't help but wonder.

'In my first life, Uncle Haines had to leave as soon as winter ended or around early spring. At the same time they resolved the company issues. I'm not sure about the date, but he should've gone abroad by

now.'

Was it because she was now indulging with Charles that Haines. had to do all the work? But Charles was still working at home and

would visit his office a few times a week. He even told her he would

return to the office since she was starting school.

What she didn't consider was that Haines didn't want to leave.

because he was worried about her.

Although Penny was now in the Bennet Family, Haines was aware her current position was still unstable. With Nina's constant insinuation, the boys not opening up to her, and the Bennet couple being indecisive, he decided to stay.

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Breaking the news

pretty qly in the

trap, it granted Haines the chance to

the couple hadn't told Nina about it. Penny didn't mind because she expected this much. Her parents were probably waiting for the perfect timing. Haines also thought the same and didn't

1. up.

by without

"Nina."

hair in front of the vanity mirror when she heard a knock and Allison's voice. She turned around,

slowly got up from her seat. "Are you

hair?

smiled, but then, marching into the

Charles.

tilted her head to the side.

and I need to talk to you about something" Allison reluctantly explained, and her heart sank when excitement lit up in

birthday?" she sprd to

and Charles looked at each other first before casting

sat Nina down on

party," said Allison,

back," Charles intercepted before Allison could mention

want Nina to think they were canceling her birthday just because of Penny. Nina and

because of it.

Charles said diverted

Allison for help. "Mom, you didn't agree with her,

while holding Nina's hand. "Nina, your auntie Jessa might have a unique way of talking, but we think

"But Mom..."

your real auntie, we thought it's

second before she jumped out of bed. Looking at

TH

the news

you throw ng me away because I'm not your real daughter and don't love me anymore?" Tears immediately pooled in her eyes. "I don't want to live in a stranger's home!" "Nina..." Allison sighed

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