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

before the screen,

him updates about her. As for everything else… I

her marriage to Garrett, Natalie expressed a blend

time apart will do you

curled into a melancholy

I still love

the thought of facing the Harding family again fills

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

life with her precious daughter, she balked at the idea of returning to the Hardings’

refused to surrender the freedom she had fought so hard

of Laney’s pain, having borne witness to

passage of time alone could not mend

genuinely neutralize his family’s toxic

to dispel the somber mood, Natalie exhaled softly and shifted the conversation with a

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

as she replied, “I have complete confidence in

time for Laney to

The call concluded.

now-darkened screen, Natalie

only hope Garrett would summon the strength to set things right; otherwise, his quest to reclaim his

call, Natalie immersed herself in

she needed to wrap up

completed her tasks, just as the workday

she reached for a glass of water when a series of knocks

The familiar voice

would turn

see Carly at the doorway, hastened to welcome her

for the dress design, Lexi had

Natalie courteously ushered

to learn

reception room, Carly’s smile

she remarked, “My grandmother adored the cookies you

find

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