Chapter 17

Strangely, a bout of discomfort washed over Brielle’s heart.

Spencer was in a hurry to find Lillian, so after exchanging pleasantries, he and Cameron took their leave. As soon as they left, Andrew lowered his head to light a cigarette.

ins

“Speaking of Alivia, you two really are in sync, wearing the same black rosaries for so

many years.”

Brielle looked down and stepped back.

Andrew, ever the stirrer, couldn’t resist a jibe, “This little canary, up close she really is a looker. No wonder you haven’t snuffed her out He didn’t miss the marks on Brielle’s neck, clearly the handiwork of Max’s roughhousing.

quickly composed herself, and with feigned delicacy, she clung to Max’s arm, “Uncle Max, I was so

drop to the floor. Andrew’s face showed rare frustration, his gaze towards Max indescribable. The girl might be pretty, but she was a bit too affected for

in slightly, murmuring, “Your choice of

her eyes inwardly. He really fell for that act. The romantic thoughts climbing in her heart shattered at the mention of Alivia. She adjusted her clothing. “Uncle Max, if you have business to discuss,

out, pulling her deeper into the

had a resemblance to Brielle. Disdain flashed in his eyes as he dialed her number. He rarely contacted this sister; after all, he

only use was that she

the call connected, a frail voice came from

and turned around, wrapping his arms protectively around

I? Lillian, why don’t you use the

family has been so good to me. How could I spend your money? And… and Bri and I had a

Chapter 17

as I can. Spencer got me a membership here,

now

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