Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 181

The main hall of Macey's house was packed with people.

A wooden bed was placed in the center, with Macey lying peacefully on it. The once warm and caring woman who had comforted Felicia was now lying still, eyes closed, with a serene expression. It was the image of a crumpled hundred dollars pieced together, given with the words, "Take it and pay for your tuition. A hardworking child like you shouldn't be let down."

It was Macey who saw her, hungry yet still washing clothes. She took warm boiled eggs and two sandwiches from her pocket, whispering, "Eat these quickly and quietly so the others don't see." It was the look of pity, accompanied by a sigh, "Poor child."

It was the smile as she patted her head, full of kindness, saying, "Licia, you're the best girl in the world!"

It was the day before, when Macey had asked someone to catch some small fish, saying, "You little glutton, wait for me. I will fry you some fish filets."

Felicia's throat tightened. The breeze felt cold against her face.

A basket of freshly cleaned small fish lay on the stove, ready to be fried, but it hadn't been done yet.

she would never get

Macey's face. The villagers had already helped care for everything, changing her clothes and fixing her hair, making

who sighed and said, "Licia, don't blame yourself. It's not your fault. We kept the news of your disappearance quiet. Macey didn't know anything. We told her you had just gone missing, and everyone

said that this day would come sooner or later. She had heart problems and couldn't let go of the

time, despite seeming fine on the outside, her

grandson, but they had all died in a car accident more than ten years ago while on their way back

she had lived with guilt and regret.

more to Macey when she left.

she would have said more

lowered her head, feeling a deep ache in her

and death are all part of life. And these years with your care, Macey was very content. Besides, look at her peaceful, smiling face-she surely didn't want you

nodded. Though she understood the words, her