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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worry because. Penny and Nina got along pretty qly in the beginning. But because Penny

same trap, it granted Haines the chance to

acting normally. There didn't seem anything amiss, which meant the couple hadn't told Nina about it. Penny didn't mind because she expected this much.

1. up.

dinner went by

"Nina."

heard a knock and Allison's voice. She turned around, only to

slowly got up from her seat. "Are

hair?

then, marching into the

Charles.

tilted her head to the side. "What

about something" Allison reluctantly explained, and her heart sank when excitement lit up in Nina's eyes. 52

she sprd to the couple excitedly. "Did my

Charles looked at each other first before casting

her. They sat Nina down

cancel the party," said Allison, watching the confusion form in

wants you back," Charles

were canceling her birthday just

because of it.

Charles said

panicked as she quickly looked up at Allison

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

"But Mom..."

added. "Since she's your real auntie,

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

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 and, much to their surprise,

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