It had never crossed Pearl's mind that she might not be Beah's daughter. But if she wasn't Beah's daughter, whose daughter was she? "Okay, I got it... Thanks for telling me."

Pearl took a deep breath, unsure of Hugo's intentions but grateful for the information.

Hugo smirked, propping his chin up. "You're welcome. You've given me what I wanted anyway."

"What's that supposed to mean?"

Before Pearl could fully process his words, she felt dizzy. A disorienting sensation overtook her, leaving her off-balance.

"Did you drug the food?"

else could I keep you

the dizziness and heat. "Why

to be with him. It

tried to resist but found herself too weak. "What are you

worry.

Pearl. "Hugo, I

out and gently stroked her face. "I know you two have gotten married, but it doesn't matter. I'll take you abroad. We'll find a place where no one knows you're married. It'll be just the two

the table, struggling.

title." Hugo leaned in for a kiss,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255