Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 18

Robert set down the newspaper he had been reading, ready to share his thoughts, when he noticed the nanny descending the staircase

“Sir, Ma’am, I was tidying up Miss Lillian’s room and I found this, the nanny said, presenting a handwritten journal with Lillian’s familiar scrawl on it.

The entries spanned years, right up until Lillian turned eighteen and moved out.

Miranda hates spicy food. I must remember not to add chili next time.

Miranda had a few extra helpings of the dessert I made. Seems chestnut flavor is her favorite.

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Bri got mad again. Not sure if it’s because I hired a tutor. I’ve tried saying no, but it was no use. I just want to study hard and make them proud.

Bri slapped me. I was stunned by her deep resentment. I want to move out but I’m not of age yet.

a sensitive stomach. I should make some soothing soup for him and keep antacids ready in his

for a gift. I thought about it and asked for a watch Bri likes.

Robert, and Cameron. And as for Brielle, Lillian always wanted to mend their relationship, despite

She had never imagined her daughter could be so two-faced. “Can you believe what she’s done?! I thought she genuinely cared for Lillian, but it

to be discovered. The sincerity in the journal’s words laid bare

them the same. Lillian is such a sweetheart, and

trace of self-pity, only a wish for Brielle’s happiness. Had

Lillian back, or maybe buy her a villa nearby. I heard the poor child’s been working hard to repay us. Cameron tried to give her some financial help, even offered her a card, but she wouldn’t take a penny.

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girl.

nodded, utterly disappointed in her own

had no idea she’d already been saddled with such a dark reputation. Approaching the private dining room, her phone rang. It was a call from a charity. organization. Stepping

she had donated most of her salary to this charity, directing the funds to the Sunflower Children’s Home, the place where she and Lillian grew up. Today was the day for her monthly donation, but she had forgotten amidst

We’ve sent this month’s funds to Sunflower Children’s Home. The organization recently held an event teaching the children how

promptly. As for making pies, I’ll pass.