Chapter 522

May caught Mandy by the arm. "Where have you been all this time, sweetheart? I tried calling, but you didn't answer."

Mandy glanced quickly at Liam by her side, a faint blush coloring her cheeks. "I'd had a bit too much to drink, so I went to the lounge for a nap."

May seemed satisfied with the explanation and pulled her over to where Claire was standing.

Claire reached out, squeezing Mandy's hand. "Thank you for everything today, Mandy. I know it's been a lot."

Mandy's smile was gentle. "It's your big day, Claire. I'm happy to help."

"So, where are you headed after this?"

"I'm going back to the research center."

"Why don't you ride with us? We can drop you off on the way."

Mandy shook her head. "You don't need to worry about me, Claire. Today's your wedding night-you should be with Mr. Foster."

Mandy nudged

of amusement in his eyes.

suggestion, nodded. "Don't worry, sir, ma'am. I'll make sure Miss

Mandy.

clear gaze, feeling a little flustered but unable to

group stepped out of the hotel. By now, the rain had

climbed into Liam's car, and the two

Sean were just about to get into their own car when a soft

"Claire."

after ten years, she'd

answer, just kept

trembled, almost pleading. "Claire, I'm not here to cause

again, her tone cold and distant. "I heard you. You can

"It's been ten years. Can't

She'd longed to make things right, to make up for the mistakes of a lifetime. But she knew Claire's fierce spirit-her daughter didn't want her apologies or her attempts

matter how much she yearned to

distance. She'd waited. Ten

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