Chapter 157: Kourtney's Mission

Meanwhile, the grandfather's old friend provided him with new leads.

After a difficult search, the grandfather finally located a former maid who had served Kourtney's mother. She was the sole living witness and one of Abigail's closest friends.

Kourtney's mother was named Abigail and was a child of the prominent Carnegie family, known for their wealth and influence.

Twenty years ago, Abigail fell in love with a poor researcher. However, this love was vehemently opposed by Mr. Carnegie, a powerful figure with immense wealth and influence. He forbade his daughter from associating with someone of lower social standing. He used every means to separate them.

Yet, Abigail remained steadfast in her love. Unbeknownst to Mr. Carnegie, she was already pregnant and chose to stay with the researcher. Faced with Mr. Carnegie's threats and pressure, she was determined to protect the child she was carrying. If her father had known about the child, he might not have let her keep it.

Fate, however, ha