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

Chapter 1615: A.M.A.Z.I.N.G

Meanwhile...

Grace stared blankly out of her office window, seated on the long sofa. Her cheeks untouched by makeup-were growing redder by the second.

This morning, she had doubted the events of the previous night and how things had escalated. But now, there was no doubt. Everything felt vivid; how she became Haines' breakfast etched into her memory.

How she wished she could just snuggle with him all day. But even if she wanted to, Haines had encouraged her to save a life. Or, more accurately, save an inmate.

"If we were still in our early twenties... I'm sure we'd still be at it," she mumbled to herself, torn between regret and duty.

At this point, she wasn't sure if she should be angry at Cassandra-or at herself— for taking on this case.

"Oh, well." Grace shrugged just as a knock came at the door.

Turning her head, she saw her secretary standing there, with two figures behind her.

"Come in," Grace sighed, prompting Kiara and Hugo to enter.

As the two stepped in, they instantly noticed Grace's somber mood. They exchanged puzzled glances, and Hugo gave a small shrug. Without saying a word, they took a seat across from her.

Kiara nervously clasped her hands together.

Is something wrong with the case? Is that why she seems down?

No one could blame her for thinking that. If only Kiara knew that Grace's dilemma was something else entirely.

But unlike Kiara, Hugo wasn't one to keep his thoughts to himself.

"Grace, what's wrong?" he asked. "Is there a problem with the case?"

at her high collar as it suddenly felt too tight. "Huh? No, of course

do you look like

straightening her back with a sharp shake of her head. This wasn't the time for distractions-it was time to

Grace looked at the two. "Anyway, I'm taking Cassandra out of prison

Hugo's brows

why I called you here... though I probably should've just told you over the phone,"

while

for me at the prison," Grace said,

eyes still fixed on her. "Grace, can you really

Hugo," she replied as she stood. "I'm taking a cab, so wait for me there." Kiara leapt to her feet, still reeling. "Miss-

didn't respond. They just stood frozen-wide-eyed,

and shook her head. "I told you, her

that, she strode to her desk to grab her briefcase. But as

just drive you?" he offered, while Kiara nodded

go together!"

I have a lot on my mind right now, and I don't want anyone corrupting my thoughts before I set

up her briefcase and walked off, leaving the two

motionless, staring at

really getting out today?" Kiara whispered, her gaze lowering. A hopeful smile curled on her lips, her eyes gleaming. When she looked up at Hugo, there was a restrained squeal dancing in her

smirked as he studied her. "I

nodded excitedly. "She really

the only ones who thought Grace was amazing. Haines did too-though for very

A few hours later...

already occupied by various groups, so she leaned against the wire fences that bordered the yard. During her time

people around her.

Cassandra knew—keeping her distance was the smarter

yet there had been no word from the new one. She had expected to meet Grace this morning

But there was nothing.

thoughts crept in. "No, Cassandra. Don't think like that. Kiara's