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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Breaking the news to

hear such worry because. Penny and Nina got along pretty qly in

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

anything amiss, which meant 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.

1. up.

went by without any big

"Nina."

brushing her hair in front of the vanity mirror when she heard a knock and Allison's voice. She turned around, only to see Allison peek her head

got up from her seat. "Are you

hair?

marching into the room with

Charles.

to the side. "What are you

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

it about my birthday?" she sprd to the couple excitedly.

looked at each

They sat Nina down on the edge of the

cancel the party," said Allison,

you back," Charles intercepted

were canceling her birthday just because of

because of it.

Charles said

up at Allison for help. "Mom, you didn't agree

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

"But Mom..."

Charles added. "Since she's your real auntie, we thought it's best

went blank for a second before she jumped out of bed. Looking at

TH

news

Dad, are you... are 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

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