Chapter 32

Chapter 32

After leaving Cloudridge Valley, Sebastian was feeling a bit frustrated.

He had been giving Stephanie money all these years, but he didn’t expect her taking care of herself like this.

Elliot arrived after a phone call, and picked up Stephanie to Whispering Bay,

Stephanie couldn’t hide her shock when she saw the mansion. “Is this yours?” she asked Sebastian, eyes

wide.

Sebastian casually replied, “It’s yours.”

The mansion, sprawling and luxurious, was in Stephanie’s name. She froze, her brow furrowed in confusion. “Mine?

“Yes. You said you liked it a while back,” Sebastian said calmly,

Stephanie was taken aback. She had no memory of mentioning liking this place, but she did recognize it.

Chris had once tried to find out who owned it, and despite Kevin’s efforts, no one had been able to uncover the truth.

“So, we’re living here now?” she asked, still processing.

“That’s right. I’ve got some business in Long Harbor, so we’re staying here for a while, Sebastian answered, not missing a beat.

Stephanie didn’t push. She knew how Sebastian worked–he didn’t offer details unless he had to.

With Sebastian and Elliot’s help, she eventually settled down at Whispering Bay,

a coming–of–age gift from Mr. Giovanni,” Elliot casually remarked when leading her to her room.

18th birthday,

mention of a “coming–of–age gift” made Stephanie’s eyes sting with

to give her a special gift for her coming–of–age, something she’d truly

prepared, with

she thought, a quiet sigh escaping

replied softly, trying to hold back the bittersweet emotions.

Sebastian, and now he stood at the pinnacle of Fiorenza.

Sebastian or threaten her

The kitchen is preparing breakfast, and Mr. Giovanni will join you

Stephanie nodded. “Alright.”

rising from the horizon, the moment when the sun broke free from the sea, casting a stunning beauty that left her in awe.

had once said she liked

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wish was to see the sun rise from the

hospital, Olivia had

her side, heartbroken at the sight of her suffering.

side as well, his frustration evident. He had made two desperate

even the strongest painkillers seemed ineffective. Nothing could ease

this point that Chris returned.

her voice trembling with urgency. “Chris, what happened? Did Stephanie agree to call Dr.

but shot a bitter glance at Olivia.

understood–he had returned with bad news. Stephanie hadn’t relented.

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