When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 227 Have A Look Yourself

“It’s been quite some time; you’ve changed so much,” Miranda said with a smile, extending her hand toward Cecilia.

Cecilia, however, didn’t reciprocate the gesture. Instead, she offered a polite smile and replied, “You haven’t really changed much.”

Miranda’s expression momentarily stiffened, her hand lingering in the air before she pulled it back with a slight awkwardness. “Do you mind stepping out for a chat?” she suggested, regaining her composure quickly.

Miranda had married into the Rainsworth family before Cecilia. Back when Cecilia had just gotten engaged to Nathaniel, Mirand would often visit, engaging her in seemingly caring conversations, playing the role of an affectionate older sister.

It wasn’t until after Cecilia married Nathaniel that Miranda’s true nature began to reveal itself, especially after Cecilia’s father passed away and her family’s influence began to wane.

It had to be admitted–some people were naturally gifted when it came to acting.

As they walked along the winding path, Miranda’s voice was soft, almost as if she was sharing a secret. “Did you know? Five years ago, when I heard of your supposed death, I couldn’t sleep a wink that night. I had just become pregnant with Felix, and the stress almost caused a miscarriage.”

In the world of adults, there were things understood but left unsaid.

that because you were scared? Afraid that I might come looking for you

opportunity to cause trouble for Cecilia after marrying into the

Rainsworth family had been on edge, and Cecilia, determined not to let any harm befall the family, had painstakingly visited every relative and senior executive within the

that unfamiliar place, she had been fortunate enough to meet one of Nathaniel’s business partners. Not only did she help Nathaniel secure a critical deal, but her actions also caught the attention of Neil, leading to her eventual entry into the

vicious rumors, claiming Cecilia had gone to Daprein to seduce

Niel, he was thunderstruck. Cecilia

ancestral hall for an entire day and night. This was just one

ner eyes

outside a secluded courtyard. The location wasn’t far from where Nathaniel resided,

Rainsworth. family, she had never set foot in this area again. She had once inquired with a housekeeper

didn’t you once tell me

Miranda back when she was newly engaged to Nathaniel, before she truly understood the

relevance of this now. “Yes, what about it?” she asked, her brow furrowing

ever so slightly as she continued, “I’ve always had a question that’s been bothering me,” she said, her voice carrying an air of mystery. “Back in the

stirred within Cecilia. There was something in Miranda’s tone that made her heart