Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress by Vera Fiore

Chapter 28

At the hospital, Thalia met Asher’s eyes with quiet resolve. “If I told you there’s more to Grace’s story, would you believe me?”

The silence stretched between them. Thalia felt her heart sink–what a foolish question. Of course he would choose Grace, his sister of so many years, over an arranged match he barely knew.

But Asher’s response came without hesitation: “I trust you completely.”

The words hung in the air, stunning them both.

Grace’s face went ashen. “Asher, how can you–she’s lying! I’m your sister!”

“That’s enough.” Asher’s voice carried a razor’s edge. “From the moment you met Thalia, you’ve shown nothing but hostility. And now this ridiculous story about her spooking Snow?” His eyes hardened. “I know Thalia. She would never do something like that.”

Thalia stood speechless, her throat tight with emotion. She’d been so certain he would side with Grace. The depth of his trust left her reeling.

“Grace” Asher’s tone could have frozen flame. “Remember your place in this family.”

The implied message was crystal clear: Being the Blackwoods‘ ward didn’t make her truly one of them.

Grace’s lips trembled as tears spilled down her cheeks. She opened her mouth but no sound emerged.

“Get some rest,” Asher said curtly, turning to leave.

By Grace’s bedside, Thalia regarded the sobbing girl with cool detachment. “Was it worth it?”

Outside in the parking lot, Asher fell into step beside Thalia. “I’m sorry about all this.”

“What are you apologizing for?”

“Grace’s behavior–it’s inexcusable.” He ran a hand through his hair. “I’ll get to the bottom of this.”

humorless laugh. “No need. I already know

you mean?”

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directly. “You really don’t see it? Grace is in love with you,

the

with her from now on,” he said firmly.

Thalia asked, surprised.

eyes softened as he looked at her. “Because I

what I meant.” Thalia shook her head. “Why did you believe me over

as Asher turned to face her fully. The love

simply.

– eat.

skipped a beat. She turned away quickly, grateful for the darkness

smiled softly. His Thalia

examination showed no health issues, but revealed a needle scratch on the horse’s neck–a mark that could only have been made by someone riding.

the hospital entirely. Though he arranged premium care for her–private nurses and regular meals delivered by staff–he chose

selecting engagement party details together. Whether choosing Thalia’s gown or picking out jewelry, Asher remained steadfastly by her side. No matter how much Grace protested, he didn’t return to

backfired spectacularly. Instead of driving them apart as Grace had schemed, it had brought them closer. Asher’s unwavering support and subsequent confession had begun to chip away at Thalia’s carefully constructed walls.

in love–her experience with Drake had left her wary of rushing into feelings–she found herself warming to Asher’s steady devotion. There was something profoundly moving

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Chapter 28

November 15th, just

Models similar to her build were showcasing the

look stunning on you,”

“And that cream coat caught

chimed again. Asher deliberately turned away, giving

found several photos from Sienna. They showed her and Drake at Glacier National Park in Montana. The accompanying text dripped with spite: