Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 325

Maurice maintained his usual composed demeanor, exuding that scholarly, polite air as he replied, "Of course."

Felicia's lips curled into a bright smile. "Thank you in advance, Mr. Glovers."

The atmosphere remained pleasant, at least on the surface.

Just as Felicia was about to leave, a small group appeared on the path ahead. Leading them was an elderly woman with a kind face, supported on either side by maids. Her steps were hurried as she made her way toward the hot spring. The men carrying Felicia's medical kit immediately greeted, "Mrs. Glovers Senior."

Felicia raised an eyebrow but said nothing.

Kelsey, upon reaching Maurice and seeing him standing, broke into a beaming smile. Her joy was palpable, her voice trembling with emotion. "Wonderful! Absolutely wonderful! My grandson is standing again!"

She clasped her hands together and murmured "Praise be!" several times before speaking again.

"This is the best news I've heard in years! But you, child, how could you keep such a thing from me? I only heard about it through the maids!"

Maurice's lips curved slightly, but his eyes showed no warmth. "You've been so focused on your prayers; I didn't want to disturb you."

wiped at the tears forming in her eyes. "How could this be a disturbance? I've been praying every day for your legs to heal, and now, they finally have! It's nothing short of a miracle!" Her voice cracked with joy as she

Maurice's response was distant, his tone lukewarm. His eyes carried a faint trace of mockery buried deep within their calm

blinked, catching the subtle tension between

in getting involved in family affairs, especially not those that looked as

ever the tactician, brought the conversation back

he said smoothly. "She's the

first time. With her maids' help, she approached, her kind

Fuller, you've done

an honored friend to the Glovers family

do whatever we can

words carried weight, and her tone was warm and genuine. The light scent of sandalwood clung

Mr. Glovers could start by

Rumors swirled outside about

likely some truth to them. The Glovers family's dynamics seemed as complex as they were

before politely excusing

back, the men placed her medical kit down and said respectfully, "Ms. Fuller, please let

"Got it."

casually instructed one of the maids, "Make