Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"But now, it seems Lizetta doesn't hold that special place in Remington's heart anymore. It's time to step up the search efforts. This is the chance to get rid of her once and for all." Barbara held Stella's hand, her fingers brushing over Stella's missing digit, her face a mix of concern and love.

"Stella, don't you worry. You've suffered so much, and I won't let anyone come between my daughter's happiness!

This time, I'll have your cousin personally handle this. Before I leave this world, I'll remove all obstacles for you and ensure that you marry Remington in peace."

Stella turned and hugged Barbara around the waist, nuzzling affectionately.

"Mom, thank you. You're the greatest mom ever."

The quiet of Oakridge Heights at night was almost eerie.

Ray hurried up the stairs, noticing only a faint light coming from the opposite room on the second floor.

Ray walked over, pushed the door open, and saw a silent figure sitting on the floor with their back turned.

Remington, dressed in casual clothes with rolled-up sleeves, had a pile of wood next to him.

He was carefully assembling a crib with his own hands.

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took a few

paused, "Where

Kingdom. There was indeed

glint appeared in Remington's eyes as he spoke in a chilly tone, "Keep a close

nodded, "Already on it.

news from Tranquil Meadows.

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the country, heading

before adding, "Mr. Remington Dashiell, we checked all the airport surveillance in

to Solstice Kingdom, yet there were

during this time. Could we

malfunctioning that day. Remington had been closely monitoring the West family. He had been unusually lenient with their requests, but there had been no abnormalities. Ray was beginning to doubt

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no

no flights to Solstice Kingdom during that period, there was one to Evercrestia, which borders