After chatting for a while, Natalie asked, “How are you doing recently? Are you feeling better? Has the baby adapted to the climate there?”

Upon departing from Barnes, Laney found solace in a dwelling close to Teresa’s abode.

Blessed with Teresa’s camaradene and Ian’s unwavering support, Laney flourished in the vibrant atmosphere of the unfamiliar city.

Anya, a remarkably well-mannered infant, rarely disturbed the night with her cries.

Ian’s round-the-clock devotion to the child allowed Laney to cast her maternal concerns aside.

Surrounded by such warmth and liberty, Laney experienced a profound rejuvenation of body and spirit.

Her separation from Garrett sparked an epiphany: a woman must forge her own career and refuse to relinquish it for the whims of romance.

This newfound wisdom propelled Laney to devote her leisure hours to Teresa’s burgeoning security enterprise.

Her wealth of expertise proved invaluable, catalyzing the company’s rapid expansion.

As the ranks of bodyguards swelled, Teresa resolved to create a distinct uniform for her employees.

Laney instantly thought of Natalie, whose recent venture into fashion design was ripe for collaboration.

Thus, Laney introduced Natalie to Teresa.

Upon witnessing Natalie’s extraordinary portfolio, Teresa’s satisfaction knew no bounds, and she promptly commissioned the uniforms.

Learning of Laney’s thriving state, relief washed over Natalie.

“I’m so glad you’ve found your footing in the new city.”

Natalie’s thoughts then drifted towards Garrett.

Ever since Laney’s departure, Garrett had become consumed by his work, his relentless drive leaving even Brandon in awe.

“Do you still keep in touch with

the

about her. As for everything else… I remain

in her marriage to Garrett, Natalie expressed a blend

some time apart will do

curled into a

still

of facing the Harding family again fills me with dread, making me question our

pressure from the Harding clan,

her precious daughter, she balked at the idea

love for Garrett, she refused to surrender

of Laney’s pain, having borne

passage of time alone could not mend these

neutralize his family’s

somber mood, Natalie exhaled softly and shifted the conversation with

to ensure my studio’s debut is a triumph, and that I don’t disappoint

brightened as she replied, “I

more moments of conversation, it was time for Laney

The call concluded.

her phone’s now-darkened screen,

the strength to set things right; otherwise,

call, Natalie immersed

been secured yet, so she needed to wrap up Teresa’s commission perfectly as her studio’s

tasks, just

water when

White here?” The familiar voice elicited a raised eyebrow from

anticipated Carly would turn to

Carly at the doorway, hastened to

Carly’s decision to engage Mandy for the dress design, Lexi had assumed Carly would never set foot in the

Natalie courteously

who couldn’t resist eavesdropping on the conversation, eager to learn if Carly

Carly’s smile radiated genuine

remarked, “My grandmother adored the cookies you gifted

did you find that delightful

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