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Maisie gasped, “So that’s why Donald was always so cruel to Zinnia–she isn’t even his daughter. I never thought it was because of something like this.”

She took a bite of her apple, jaw dropping as Ethan finished speaking. “This is insane. Even a novel couldn’t cook up something this dramatic,‘ she thought.

“Have some mango,” Lydia sat on the edge of the bed, holding a forkful out to Zinnia, who lay curled under the covers.

“I’m fine now. You guys don’t have to treat me like a babe,” Zinnia protested, reaching for the fork. But Lydia deftly maneuvered it to her lips. With a resigned huff, Zinnia leaned in and took the bite.

Ever since Lydia arrived, Zinnia had barely had to lift a finger. Lydia was like a beautiful, kind–hearted guardian angel, taking care of her with utmost care.

For the past two weeks, Zinnia had been living a life of complete leisure: meals spoon–fed, constant company, and endless spoiling.

“Just focus on resting,” Ethan cooed in a gentle tone as if he was talking to a child. “Once you’re fully healed, you can do things on your own.”

No one had guessed Zinnia’s Thanksgiving Day would turn so eventful. Even on the last day, chaos struck. Her friends noticed she wasn’t at school and began asking around, only to find she’d taken leave–and later learned she’d been caught up in trouble.

“I can go back to school tomorrow,” Zinnia said. Her hand had nearly healed.

Pampered with nutritious meals, her healthy glow returned. Her once–plump cheeks had slimmed, her chin tapering to a delicate point. The last traces of baby fat had faded, revealing an elegant, refined beauty.

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Ethan and the others didn’t linger. After a while, they prepared to leave, and Zinnia walked them to the door.

Yannis was still at the office–he’d deliberately stayed away to give them space, not wanting his feel intrusive.

presence to

was about to step out, Zinnia called after her, “Lydia, wait. I prepared some

voice gentle. “What do you need? I’ll

hurried to the

quickly

supply,” Zinnia explained. “Next time I visit, I’ll check on her and adjust the

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and was as dependent av a

with a smile. “My mom mentions you every

me. I’ll visit soon,”

turned back and

“Thanks.” Zinnia beamed.

dinged open. Yannis

“Yannis,” Lydia greeted softly.

Somehow, he

is waiting,” Lydia declined, shaking

Zinnia exclaimed, her eyes lighting up as she ran toward him. She’d missed him all

Yannis

snacks you bring,”

bring anything today,” Yannis teased, hiding the bags behind his back

Zinnia rolled her eyes at his childish

stood quietly, watching their banter

your friends.” Yannis handed the white bag in his hand to

and pressed it into Lydia’s hands. “These are

darkening sky and said to Lydia, “My assistant is downstairs.

The subway is convenient,” Lydia

big deal. He’s already in the parking

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up?” Zinnia asked, noticing Yannis‘

feel like I’ve seen your friend’s eyes somewhere before,” Yannis replied. He then held Zinnia’s hand, led her inside, and closed the

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