Chapter 1371:

“I’m sorry,” she murmured. “My grandfather mistook you for someone else. Thank you for playing along, though.”

Addy had just undergone surgery, and any emotional strain could be too much for him.

If he learned of her troubles with Robin, Elissa feared it might shatter his fragile peace.

Ernest arched a brow, his voice low and earnest. “I wasn’t pretending. I meant every word—I want to be your real husband.”

Elissa’s breath caught, her eyes snapping up to meet Ernest’s unwavering stare.

“Elissa,” Ernest said, seizing her hand with gentle resolve. “After everything I’ve done, with all my heart laid bare, don’t you trust me yet?”

Her lips parted, words failing her.

“No rush,” Ernest said with a soft chuckle. “I’ll work harder and earn your trust someday.”

a wave of emotion surged

the news that everything had been prepared at the

on

shouldn’t go,” Hadley protested. “You’re still recovering. What

with a shake of his head and a confident smile. “I’m surrounded


“Besides, Joy wants me to

wrapping her arms tightly

Hadley relented

Eric called, carrying her

into the story world

gate, past the lush garden, and straight

Hadley didn’t notice Joy, who, in her excitement, flung open the door and darted

down! Be careful!” Hadley called

ignored her mother’s warnings, her little legs carrying her forward in

an instant, she

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