Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

Chapter 52

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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Penny's first lifetime, Hans didn't hear such worry because. Penny and Nina got along pretty qly in the beginning. But because Penny

the same trap, it granted Haines the chance to see Nina's schemes

meant the couple hadn't told Nina about it. Penny didn't mind

1. up.

went by without any big

"Nina."

vanity mirror when she heard a knock and Allison's voice. She turned around, only to see Allison peek her

she slowly got up from her

hair?

then, marching into

Charles.

head to the

your dad and I need to talk to you about something" Allison reluctantly explained, and

to the

each other first before casting

down to her. They sat Nina down

birthday... we had to cancel the party," said Allison, watching

you back," Charles intercepted before

birthday just because of Penny. Nina and Penny's relationship might

because of it.

said

Nina panicked as she quickly looked up at Allison for help.

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

"But Mom..."

come here every weekend," Charles added. "Since she's your real

out of bed. Looking at her parents, her

TH

news to

me away because I'm not your real daughter and don't love me anymore?" Tears immediately pooled in her eyes. "I don't

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