LOGIN"Yeah, but that's different." Naomi let out a quiet sigh. "Besides, I still have to take the equivalency exam, right? Other than preparing for that, what else can I do? Just stay at home?"Lydia looked at Naomi with an amused expression. She knew the girl sitting in front of her was pouting and tryi
Naomi mostly listened. Occasionally, she responded when Lydia spoke to her or when Cale made comments deliberately intended to tease her.Yet, unexpectedly, the atmosphere felt much more comfortable. It no longer felt awkward.And for the first time in a long while, Naomi began to enjoy something as
[Chris: Have you made it home yet? If my calculations are correct, you should have arrived two hours ago. I just finished a meeting. Exhausting.]Naomi read the message while finishing the glass of milk Mr. Smith had prepared for her. The old man had insisted she drink it all because he felt she had
For most of the journey from the Miller family's main residence to the airport, Naomi had remained quiet. Even on the plane, she spoke only when necessary. As if she wanted to enjoy the trip, when in fact she didn't. Naomi's thoughts were still back in Sun City.She had lost count of how many times
The day of their return to Carrington Bay had finally arrived.Since morning, the Miller mansion had once again been bustling with activity. The suitcases that had been unpacked were now neatly arranged near the entrance. Servants moved back and forth carrying luggage while the sound of conversation
"Chris.""Althea needs to know too," Chris retorted."Please, Chris." This time, there was a pleading note in Felicia's voice. "I don't want them to worry."But in the end, the woman let out a quiet sigh and looked directly at Chris. "Please."A brief silence settled between them. And for the first
The restaurant they were headed to be no ordinary place. Eli recognized it immediately—an exclusive establishment often featured in lifestyle magazines, frequently listed by food vloggers as a must-visit spot. Even so, only certain circles were ever allowed inside.A place where influential people m
“Then I’ll see you at the house, Mr. Miller,” Selena said with a slight, polite bow. “And you—don’t forget to say your goodbyes to your grandparents. Don’t let them think you don’t want to spend time with them.”Her words made Eli turn and stare at her mother in disbelief. Even so, she did what she
“Maybe I won’t feel calm until this is all resolved.”Riana smiled gently. “There’s nothing for you to worry about. Do you want to come with us?”Josh shook his head firmly. “No. I’ll stay home. Mommy said I should wait patiently. Whatever Grandmom and Granddad decide, I respect it. Besides…” He hes
Eli turned her face away. Her mother wasn’t wrong. Why hadn’t she thought of that? Silvia, standing not far from them, lowered her head, choosing silence. The air in the room grew heavy. Eli clenched the edge of her towel, her fingers trembling.“If that happens, you won’t need to hide,” Selena cont







