Her tears didn’t cease until she was inside the living room, her heart heavy with sorrow.


    At that moment, N descended the stairs, noticing Violeta’s distressed state.


    “What’s happened, Violeta? You seem so troubled,” N asked with genuine concern, swiftly joining Violeta on the sofa, her slippers whispering against the floor.


    Dabbing at her eyes with a tissue, Violeta managed a sigh.


    “Miss Diaz, you are here as a guest.


    I apologize for presenting such a diposed sight.


    ”


    “Not at all, don’t think such things, Mrs.


    Simmons,” N responded, offering Violeta a tissue with a gentle gesture.


    “Mr.


    Simmons and you have shown me nothing but kindness.


    You’ve weed me as if I were family.


    It pains me to see you this distressed.


    ”


    Violeta found sce in N’s words, responding, “Miss Diaz, your kindness is truly appreciated.


    ”


    Having been a guest at the Simmons’ house for some time, this was the first asion N received praise from Violeta, which brought her great joy.


    “May I ask what’s troubling you so deeply?” N inquired.


    With a heavy sigh, Violeta shared her concerns.


    “It’s Graham.


    His knees were injured in the past, and he’s battled rheumatism for years.


    An unexpected change in the weather often leads to a re-up, confining him to bed.


    ”


    The more Violeta contemted Graham’s condition, the more overwhelmed she became, her tears flowing freely.


    Crying uncontrobly, she continued, “This morning, I applied ointment to his knees.Belongs to (N)?vel/Drama.Org.


    They were discolored with bruises, a stark reminder of his suffering.


    Moreover, enduring twentyshes daily is unbearable.


    His back is marred with wounds.


    I fear for his ability to withstand this prolonged agony.


    ”


    N’s sigh carried a hint ofpassion as she looked at Violeta.


    She ventured cautiously, “How do you feel about Lucinda’s treatment of Mr.


    Simmons?”


    “What choice do we have? Lucinda holds the reins of the Simmons family now.


    We’re bound to obey her.


    ” Violeta dabbed at her eyes, her voice respectful yet tinged with frustration.


    Her face betrayed her true feelings, prompting N to offer a solution.


    “Currently, Mr.


    Simmons is powerless.


    It’s clear he has no option but to endure Lucinda’s actions.


    However, if you’re genuinely concerned for him, I might know a way to assist.


    ”


    Violeta, puzzled, inquired, “How?”


    “If both you and Mr.


    Simmons are on board, I’ll speak to my boyfriend.


    I’m confident he’d be eager to lend a hand, helping Mr.


    Simmons reim his position at the helm of Simmons Group.


    ”


    Noticing Violeta’s hesitation, N borated, “Once Mr.


    Simmons regains his authority, he’ll have the means to remove Lucinda from leadership of the family.


    She will have no choice but to resign from her position as the master.


    ”


    Violeta lowered her gaze, appearing to ponder N’s words.


    She hesitated, “I’m afraid it’s not wise.


    You’re not a Simmons, Miss Diaz.


    Your involvement in our family affairs could stir unwee attention, potentially tarnishing your reputation.


    ”


    With a gentle sigh, Violeta gave N’s hand a reassuring pat.


    “As much as it pains me to say, you’re an outsider.


    I hope you understand, Miss Diaz.


    ”


    Nevertheless, N offered a faint smile.


    “I’m not bothered by others, I’vee to see Mr.


    Simmons and as opinions.


    Besides, you family.


    Once everything’s settled, Mr.


    Simmons could formally adopt me as his sister, couldn’t he?”


    Violeta, a bit taken aback, mulled over N’s proposition.


    Keeping her emotions concealed, she kept her head bowed.