Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress by Vera Fiore

Chapter 110

In Randolph’s hospital room.

The Blackwood staff carefully arranged the expensive gifts, nutritional supplements, and fruit before quietly withdrawing from the room.

The space around Randolph’s bed was crowded with visitors.

Every member of the Blackwood family was present, except for the elderly Lady Blackwood who was confined to bed with a winter cold.

Lord Blackwood Sr. spoke first: “Randolph, when I heard of your injury, I immediately requested leave from Westminster to come to London personally. I do hope you make a swift recovery.”

Lord Blackwood Sr. held considerable influence in political circles; even London’s highest officials would treat him with profound respect.

Though a man of great authority and senior standing, he addressed Randolph with remarkable courtesy, showing none of the condescension one might expect. Randolph was visibly moved by this deference.

He pushed himself up against the headboard, his expression somewhat anxious. “You’re too kind, sir. My injuries are relatively minor–you needn’t have troubled yourself.”

Andrew Blackwood spoke up: “Randolph, please accept this small token of our concern.”

He stepped forward, presenting a bank card.

With Lord Blackwood Sr. having set such a conciliatory tone, Randolph could hardly express any grievances he might harbor. He accepted the card with a smile. “I appreciate this. Thank you.”

“Not at all,” Andrew replied courteously.

“Randolph,” Lord Blackwood Sr. continued, having noted Randolph’s acceptance of their compensation, “there’s another matter that brought me to London.”

Randolph had already anticipated this discussion. He composed himself, listening attentively.

I’m sure you’re aware. Has Asher mentioned

Sr. hesitated, having nearly said “illegitimate son,”

brief pause, he continued: “Has he mentioned Andrew’s

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expression darkened slightly as he

because of Thalia’s engagement to Asher. After careful consideration, we believe it best to dissolve

wife, standing nearby, looked somewhat

previous evening, but had been reluctant to broach the subject

was fortuitous that the Blackwood patriarch himself had

family had entered the room, Randolph had been mentally prepared for this conversation. He wasn’t

I’ll be equally forthright. I had been considering this myself. You must understand, our family has paid a

thus far.”

reflected genuine regret. “I understand

your family. We suggest that the public announcement come from the Winters family–we’ll prepare the press statement and assume all responsibility for the dissolution.”

Randolph a document. “We’ve drafted this statement regarding the broken engagement. Please review it and suggest any additions

course.” Randolph accepted the document and

closed the file. “This seems comprehensive. It will suffice.”

as soon as possible. Each day’s delay places your family

at continued risk.”

agreed with a nod, then turned his gaze meaningfully toward Asher.

Thalia?”

replied, his Adam’s apple shifting visibly as he swallowed. “Sir, to ensure Thalia doesn’t harbor any false hopes, I told her I’d had a change of heart. I would appreciate your

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