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.”

laugh. “No need. I already know why.”

you

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

as the

from now on,” he

that?” Thalia

as he looked at her. “Because I want you to feel

not what I meant.” Thalia shook her head. “Why did you believe me over

Asher

love you,” he said simply. “And love

– eat.

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

smiled softly.

day brought validation of Thalia’s innocence. Snow’s medical examination showed no health issues, but revealed a needle scratch on the horse’s neck–a mark that could

Though he arranged premium care for her–private nurses and regular meals

gown or picking out jewelry, Asher remained steadfastly by her side. No

had schemed, it had brought them closer. Asher’s unwavering support and subsequent confession had begun to chip

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 about

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Chapter 28

party for November 15th, just over a month

private salon, Thalia’s phone buzzed. Models similar

blue dress would look stunning on you,” he murmured near her

it too,” she agreed. “And that cream

Asher deliberately turned away, giving her privacy–a small gesture that

from Sienna. They showed her and Drake at Glacier National