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 them, anyway. She might be

said as she placed her teacup back in its saucer. "If you need

but that won't be

"Are you sure?"

"They're fine."

fine, too-his willpower is as strong as steel. But

he's fine, but I'll keep an eye on him. If I notice anything off, I'll drag him to a clinic myself. Don't worry-I already told

manager will

Penny's smile widened. "James and I have a special relationship. Trust me, reporting my brother's every move is his

then I'll trust that it's handled. Now, here are your grandfather's medical reports

business. She took a folder from her handbag and slid

also included legal documents regarding Miller's Company and handled some of their debts," Grace said. "Cutting down their loans was

papers. She set aside Chairman Bennet's medical charts and focused on the financial documents

smiled

losses by

still brought it down by forty-five. Fifteen percent would've been impressive, but this? Grace, you

Grace laughed. "You're silly."

our years of friendship to guilt- trip you into staying.

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

said Grace helped Penny out of

a monster. Charles had not only provided financial support until they could stand on their own, but he had also helped Grace through law school. Without them, she wasn't

even finished

Penny that Grace was able to

her, and she was happy to help. If anything, it was Grace who feared becoming useless

perfect!" Penny beamed after