Fiona and Anne had been locked in a long-standing rivalry, while Fiona's relationship with Nigel remained at a standstill.

But as soon as Celine entered the picture, her clever strategies quickly turned the tide, breaking the deadlock.

With her intelligence, grace, and insight, Celine truly seemed like an angel- impossible not to admire.

Fiona looked at her. "Celine, we've only met once, yet you're doing so much for me. Why?"

Celine's lips curled into a knowing smile. "Ms. Jakeman, though our meeting has been brief, I genuinely like you. Of course, I'll help. But... I should warn you-your daughter, Carly, and I have some history. If she sees us together, it might not go over well."

Fiona couldn't help but see the glaring difference between Carly and Celine.

Carly was spoiled and willful, always demanding luxury brands and frequently pushing Fiona to the brink of frustration.

On the other hand, Celine not only offered to treat her illness but also gave thoughtful advice and guidance.

Although Carly was her biological daughter, she couldn't hold a candle to Celine.

found herself wishing that Celine were her

a precious guest and my lifesaver. As long as I'm here, I won't let

Jakeman, in that case, let's sit back and watch the

drama was

...

the villa, Anne

followed, approaching him as well.

run off earlier today? Don't you realize your

less about Fiona. In

all. I'm really hurt. I grew up without a mother, and thought when she came back, she'd

subtly pinched herself, forcing out a

It's okay. You still have me.

clung to Anne. "Dad, I want Ms. Warwick to be

looked at Nigel, her gaze a blend of

voice grew stern. "That's enough, Carly! You only have one mother, and that's Fiona. I don't want to hear anything like that from you

froze, surprised by his

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