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

Chapter 1225: Penny's aunt

[PRESENT TIME]

"Ahh..." Grace rocked her head, narrowing her eyes as she processed Penny's crazy story. "So that's why, huh?"

"You don't believe me?" Penny frowned. "Since when have I ever lied to you?"

The corners of Grace's lips curled up. "Never. You might lie all the time, but not to me—I'm your lawyer."

"Exactly." Penny let out a shallow breath and leaned back. "It was crazy! Even now, I can't believe everything we went through."

"I wouldn't either if I were you," Grace shrugged. "I guess... it wasn't really a honeymoon, after all."

"I can't even call it a vacation. More like... an adventure."

"Haha. Oh, Penny." A soft sigh slipped past Grace's lips as she shook her head, feeling a little sorry for her friend.

Days before the trip, Penny had told Grace all about it--she had even watched Penny fantasize about her supposed honeymoon. But alas, not only did Penny's brothers show up and meet her other friends on the island, but they also got caught up in a whirlwind of chaos.

"But... you had fun, didn't you?" Grace arched a brow as she reached for her tea. "Don't lie to me."

Penny pursed her lips and raised her brows. After a moment, she smiled and picked up her juice.

"I have to admit... now that I think about it, it was fun in its own way," she said, making Grace chuckle. "It wasn't the romantic honeymoon I expected, but it was definitely... eventful."

"Oh, you." The two shared a knowing smile as they sipped their drinks.

had left out certain details-like Slater's involvement with Homeland Security and the discussion about rebirth. She had promised Grace a full rundown of the trip when she got back, but some things were not meant for her ears. Not that Grace would believe

doing okay," Grace said as she placed her teacup back in its saucer. "If you need someone to talk to, I can recommend a therapist. This offer extends to your

you, but that won't

"Are you sure?"

"They're fine."

First Brother, Atlas, will probably be fine, too-his willpower

resisting the urge. "He says he's fine, but I'll keep an eye on him. If I notice anything off, I'll drag him to a

manager will actually

reporting my brother's every move is his

"If you say so, then

business. She took a folder from her handbag and slid it

included legal documents regarding Miller's Company and handled some of their debts,"

She set aside Chairman Bennet's medical charts and focused

satisfaction and smiled at her friend. "This is

to cut the losses by fifty percent, but

been impressive, but this? Grace, you better not forget our bond and break our contract. I'm not

Grace laughed. "You're silly."

emphasized. "I can only use our years of friendship to guilt- trip you into staying. Otherwise, someone would've snatched you away

chuckled, though she saw it more as a heartfelt compliment than an

out of gratitude, but it was more than

rescued Grace and her mother from a monster. Charles had not only provided financial support until they could stand on their own,

finished her

and Penny that Grace was able

the only reason Grace went above and beyond for Penny. Penny was like a sister to her, and

perfect!" Penny beamed after reviewing the documents.