Chapter 866

Chapter 866

Brittany felt a pang of thirst after indulging in a late-night snack. In the wee hours, her stomach settled, but her throat parched. She tiptoed downstairs to the kitchen to get some milk.

On her way back to her bedroom, the soft glow from the study caught her eye.

“Must be Grace forgetting to turn it off again,” she mumbled to herself, veering towards the study.

The soft-soled slippers made her steps virtually silent on the polished wooden floor.

At the study’s door, Brittany paused, hearing a low voice murmuring from within.

“You tell me, why’d you have to go so soon? Left me all alone here, still worrying about the grandkids. Can’t join you just yet…

Brittany froze.

Grandma was still awake at this hour?

Realizing she shouldn’t eavesdrop, Brittany quickly retreated. Inside the study, Grace seemed caught in a monologue, speaking to someone who wasn’t there.

known things would come to this, I never would’ve invested in that research institute, let alone let Zac take those risks. Thankfully, that girl’s been found.

He reached out in bed for her, finding only cool sheets. His eyes fluttered open

got out of bed, a frown of concern creasing his forehead. He felt the chill on

went to get some milk,” she explained.

the milk and giving Isaac a reassuring kiss, Brittany whispered, “Sleep now.” They sank into a peaceful

Exchanging greetings, she then sat down for a hearty breakfast with Isaac before they headed to

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a mix of fear

with her. Alone.” Brittany couldn’t help but feel a surge of

and don’t hurt yourself,” he said before

recalling their last physical altercation, pleaded,

do if Brittany attacked her again?

left without a backward glance.

late to curse

closer to the wall in a futile

lay a finger on me, I won’t

unfazed, advanced on her.

nowhere to retreat, Joie’s

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