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.

for a moment, Natalie inquired, “Do you still keep in touch

before the screen,

send him updates about her.

her marriage to Garrett, Natalie expressed

will do you

into a

I still

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

memories of the past haunted Laney—the relentless pressure from the Harding clan, Garrett’s passivity, and the

she balked at the idea

her love for Garrett, she refused to surrender the freedom she had fought so

the depth of Laney’s pain, having borne witness

passage of time alone could not mend these

neutralize his family’s toxic influence, reconciliation remained

Natalie exhaled

requests for Teresa’s order? I want to ensure my studio’s debut is a

“I

moments of conversation, it was time for Laney to take Anya outside to

The call concluded.

phone’s now-darkened screen, Natalie sighed

only hope Garrett would summon the strength to set things right; otherwise, his quest to reclaim his wife’s heart would be an arduous and

Natalie immersed

hadn’t been secured yet, so she needed to wrap up Teresa’s commission

finally completed her tasks, just as the

she reached for a glass of water

familiar voice

Carly would

equally surprised to see Carly at the doorway, hastened to

the reporters and Carly’s decision to engage Mandy for the dress design, Lexi had

Carly’s appearance, Natalie courteously ushered

to learn if Carly truly intended to enlist Natalie’s

reception room, Carly’s smile

“My grandmother adored the cookies you gifted her

find that

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