Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 345

People couldn’t just reap benefits from others without bearing the associated risks. Besides, it wasn’t hard to connect the dots–Maurice was the one who orchestrated her kidnapping.

And speaking of Maurice, wasn’t he widely known as Stephan’s archenemy?

Felicia paused, weighing her options. Despite everything, she decided to give Stephan a subtle warning.

“That day…”

Just as she was about to explain, a faint noise came through from Stephan’s side.

That soft, syrupy voice from earlier–the one that had answered her call previously–spoke again.

“Stephan, dinner’s ready.” Johanna gently pushed open the door. After she finished speaking, na mock she feigned surprise at seeing Stephan on the phone and quickly covered her mouth apology. Then, she tiptoed back out, closing the door quietly behind her.

Stephan barely spared the doorway a glance, but the icy sharpness in his eyes was unmistakable.

Felicia couldn’t see what was going on, but being interrupted like that made her lose any

inclination to continue the conversation.

busy. I still have to dry my

waiting for a response.

ΟΠ.

nose, exhaling slowly. Rising from the couch, he strode

hospital bed, her face pale and gaunt. Her once

She let out a soft sigh of relief

“Imogen, don’t cry anymore. The baby’s safe,

not think

miscarriage by my brother. How can I face

the mention of Imogen’s late husband, but

on a smile, doing her best to offer

admitted. He’s barely left the hospital and has been handling company

the door, where a tall figure loomed silently. Pretending not to notice him, she tugged

softened slightly. How could she stay mad? He was, after all, her only

mood ease, Johanna smiled sweetly and lifted the lid of a simmering pot.

you. It smells amazing! Do

but I’m not paralyzed,” Imogen replied, taking the spoon

I’ll let you enjoy it, then. I’ll wait for Stephan