During their departure, Jennifer voiced her concerns.


    “Will Hilliard be returning to Peace Mountain tonight?”


    Lost in thought over Graham’s assistance, Lucinda responded without much thought, “He’s tending to Norton.


    It’s unlikely he’ll return tonight.


    ”


    Jennifer’s subsequent query revealed her apprehension about staying alone in the vi.


    Realizing the oversight, Lucinda understood the importance of not leaving Jennifer, a guest and soon-to-be family member, by herself.


    ‘s BunnyBookery


    Due to her own struggles with manic episodes that could disrupt the peace of the night, Lucinda could not amodate Jennifer at N&L Fairy Land.


    After a brief moment of consideration, Lucinda reassured her, “No need to worry.


    I’ll get in touch with Hilliard and request his immediate return tonight.


    ”


    With Nathan’s return, he assumed control of the situation at the Paynes’ house.


    With Norton’s condition remaining stable, Lucinda considered Hilliard’s departure inconsequential, allowing him to spend some private time with Jennifer.


    Following her conversation with Hilliard, Lucinda selected a car from the Simmons family garage and drove back to N&L Fairy Land.


    Upon arriving, instead of stepping out of the car, she retrieved the DNA test report and captured a photo of the results.


    Sending the image to Graham’s provided number, she appended a message.


    “Your girlfriend is a member of the Simmons family.


    Surrender her to me, and you may return to Zephyria without dy.


    Otherwise, I shall find myself with an abundance of time to deal with you.


    As a noble of Zephyria, imagine the repercussions if the world discovered your girlfriend’s true identity.


    Consider your reputation.


    ”


    Though Lucinda refrained from issuing direct threats, Danilo, being of noble lineage, understood implicitly the consequences of defying her.


    Despite


    his affection for N, the expectations of other noble ns would not tolerate his willfulness.


    He couldn’t afford a tarnished reputation.


    As such, Lucinda considered that he would easily give in to her.


    After sending the message, Lucinda waited for a while.


    Within ten minutes, her phone buzzed with an iing call from an unidentified number.


    It was Danilo’s number, a contact shared by Graham.


    Upon answering, silence stretched between them, punctuated only by the audible weight of the Danilo’s breath on the other end of the line.


    Lucinda smiled.


    “Mr.


    Brewer, let’s not dance around the issue.


    Speak your mind.


    ”


    Danilo sighed heavily, his voice rough with emotion.


    “Ms.


    Simmons, neither N nor I were aware that she is a member of your family.


    When we met, she was injured and had no recollection of her past.


    Though she may be deemed illegitimate, she remains your half-sister.


    Can you not find it in your heart to let her go?”


    Lucinda couldn’t help but find irony in his plea.


    “She feigns amnesia simply because she could no longer conceal her true identity? Does she take me for a fool?”


    Danilo earnestly responded, “It’s the truth.


    If you doubt me, I implore you to take her to a psychiatric evaluation.


    ”


    Lucinda waved off the suggestion.


    “There’s no need.


    Her mastery of deception is her true de.


    Her acting prowess may even confound psychiatrists.


    ”


    Danilo let out a resigned sigh.


    “Ms.


    Simmons, must you wield such unwavering resolve?”


    “I didn’t intend for this.


    She’s part of our family, and as the head of the Simmons family, it’s my responsibility to correct her mistakes.


    ”Belongs to (N)?vel/Drama.Org.