The lost heiress never forgiven

Chapter 407 A Choice of the Heart

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Johnathan had never been particularly fond of children. The only reason he paid extra attention to Dora was because Sierra cared so much about her. But that didn’t mean he agreed with the idea of adopting her

He didn’t want anyone interfering with his and Sierra’s life. And after everything Quinn had done, he couldn’t help but feel wary.

Dora was too sharp for her age. Who knew if she might grow up to be another Quinn?

He kept those thoughts to himself, but he hoped Sierra would think things through carefully.

“We’re not lacking financially,” he said. “But you and I are always busy. We wouldn’t be able to spend much time with her. And I think what she needs most… is companionship.”

That struck a chord with Sierra. She hadn’t been fully committed to the idea anyway, and his words shook her even more.

After a pause, she said, “Then let’s find her a good home. One where she’ll be treated well.”

Johnathan quietly let out a breath of relief. “I’ll have someone start looking. In the meantime, my assistant

can watch over her.”

“No need for now,” Sierra quickly replied. “I still have a few days–I can spend more time with her.”

Johnathan frowned. “Don’t forget, the exchange is coming up soon.”

a big deal, and Sierra

worry. My assistant and the others can take care of her. And for now, she’ll likely be

Quinn incapacitated and no new leads available, the military believed Dora might still hold useful information. At the same time,

also had a request

trusts you,” he said. “She’s willing to talk to you. So if possible, we’d like

children wouldn’t be able to help–but Dora

unusually mature and aware. She had known how to ask

task and nodded. “Don’t worry.

be dismantled. Sierra wanted to do

Quinn had been locked away and

questions, she answered

ask you about before. What

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stood out

thought for a moment. “I was in a room

exchanged a look. It sounded like she was

there other kids besides you?” Sierra

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nodded. “Lots of people. But I

said softly, “your father–did you ever

it was another. Mommy didn’t come often. When she did, they said she was my mommy and

Dora spoke made Sierra’s heart ache