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?"

collar as it suddenly felt too tight. "Huh? No, of

why do you look like

She waved him off, straightening her back with a sharp shake of her head. This wasn't the

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

Kiara gasped, while Hugo's brows drew together.

why I called you here... though I probably should've just told you over the phone," she muttered, brushing past it. "But I

while

prison," Grace said, tossing her keys

on her. "Grace,

reeling. "Miss- I mean, Attorney, are you sure?" "Yes." Grace nearly rolled her eyes. "Don't you believe me when

They just stood frozen-wide-eyed,

shook her head. "I told you, her

to her desk to grab her briefcase. But as she

just drive you?" he offered,

can go

Grace as she glanced at them with mild annoyance. "I know. But I have a lot on my mind right now, and I

and walked

and Kiara remained motionless, staring at the open door

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

as he studied her. "I told you. Grace is

excitedly. "She

them, they weren't the only ones who thought Grace was amazing.

A few hours later...

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

people around her.

distance was

and yet there had been no word from the new one. She had expected to meet Grace this morning esurely a new lawyer would visit

But there was nothing.

then shook her head as negative thoughts crept in. "No, Cassandra. Don't think like that. Kiara's the last person who'd betray me. She wouldn't