Fiona could see it clear as day - Mrs. Bernice Madden genuinely adored Lizetta. Maybe, just maybe, a change of scenery, a brand new environment, could help her move on faster. When Cassius heard Fiona speak up, despite his worry and discomfort for Remington, he frowned but didn't object further.

Jerome then picked Lizetta up and started making their way downstairs.

At the doorstep, waiting for the chauffeur to bring the car around, Lizetta, who had been quietly leaning on Jerome, stirred slightly.

Jerome, sensing the movement, looked down at her with gentle eyes. "What is it?" he asked, wondering if she was looking for Remington, if there was something she still wanted to say to him. But with her pale lips quivering, she simply said, "Grandma..."

Immediately, Jerome turned around to face Fiona, who was being supported by Tina.

"Fiona, Liz has something she wants to tell you."

Fiona thought Lizetta didn't even want to acknowledge her anymore. Surprised by the remark, she hurried over.

"Liz, Grandma's here..."

Lizetta gave Fiona a weak smile, "Fiona, I'll visit you once I'm feeling better."

instantly welled up

address. For years, it had always

Lizetta was truly stepping out of the Dashiell family's door, no longer

and grateful spirit, was still

her tears, then gently patted Lizetta on the

then. Fiona will be waiting for

Lizetta nodded lightly.

came in to announce the car was ready. Jerome, looking down,

put

on a scarf?"

on Lizetta's forehead, Jerome was worried she might catch a

stepped forward, quickly wrapping a scarf around Lizetta's neck, adjusting it

strode out of the Dashiell mansion,

family's car was parked outside the hall. After descending the steps and walking a few paces, Lizetta was helped into

they were all settled before getting

in, he instinctively glanced towards the second-floor

a tall, dark silhouette stood, silently

blurred the man's features, making it impossible to discern

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