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My handbag and phone were missing left behind at the restaurant in my desperate escape from Miles.
After signing the discharge papers at the nurses’ station, | stood outside the hospital entrance, wondering
how to get back to Maple Grove.
The night air was cool against my skin. | wrapped my arms around myself, contemplating whether to call a
taxi or walk to the nearest bus stop.
A sleek black car pulled up beside me, its engine purring softly. The window rolled down, revealing Lucas
Blackwood's concerned face.
"Miss Winters," he said, his voice carrying a warmth that contrasted with the cool night. "I'm glad to see you're
awake."
He stepped out of the car, his tall figure commanding yet non-threatening. “I'll take you home, he offered gently.
Relief washed over me. | accepted his offer with a grateful nod and slid into the passenger seat.
"Mr. Blackwood, could you taketo the Stone family's old house?" | asked, thinking of Matriarch Evelyn. |
needed her comforting presence tonight.
Lucas nodded, directing his driver without question. As we drove through the quiet streets, he turned to me
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtwith regret in his eyes.
"I must apologize for tonight's incident," he said. "I was supposed to be your dinner companion, not Miles. |
promise he will be held accountable.
"It wasn't your fault, | assured him. "You cwhen | needed help. That's what matters."
Lucas's expression softened. We fell into comfortable silence for the remainder of the journey, the city lights.
blurring past the windows.
When we arrived at the Stone family's old house, Bernard Sheppard opened the door before we could knock. His
dignified manner was unchanged despite the late hour.
"Miss Winters, Mr. Blackwood," he greeted us with a slight bow. "Please cin. Madam Stone is still awake."
He ushered us inside, adding, "She specifically mentioned hoping to see you, Mr. Blackwood."
The old butler led us through the familiar hallways to the living room where Matriarch Evelyn sat in her
favorite armchair.
Her face lit up at the sight of us together. "Wanwan! Lucas!" she exclaimed, using my childhood nickname.
"What a pleasant surprise!"
"Grandma Stone," | greeted, bending to kiss her cheek.
"Madam Stone," Lucas said respectfully, bowing his head.
Matriarch Evelyn beamed at us, her eyes twinkling with satisfaction. She took my hand and patted it
affectionately.
"Wanwan, why don't you prepare stea for our guest?" she suggested, her tone making it clear this was more
than a simple request.
| nodded and headed toward the kitchen. To my surprise, Matriarch Evelyn followed me, leaving Lucas with
Bernard.
"Wanwan," she asked once we were alone, "what do you think of Lucas?".
The question caughtoff guard. "He's very kind," | replied carefully. "And honorable."
Before | could say more, Matriarch Evelyn's face lit up with delight. She summoned a servant to bring the teal
to the living room.
"Come," she said, taking my arm. "Let's not keep him waiting."
Back in the living room, Matriarch Evelyn positioned herself between Lucas andon the sofa. Despite
age, her presence commanded attention.
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"Lucas, try Olivia's tea," she said, her tone meaningful. "See if it suits your taste."
her
Lucas took a sip, his expression thoughtful. "It's excellent," he said, turning to Matriarch Evelyn. "Very much to
my liking."
His gaze lingered onwith undisguised appreciation. | felt my cheeks warm under his attention
"And what about our Olivia?" Matriarch Evelyn pressed, her intentions clear.
"Even better," Lucas responded without hesitation, looking directly at me.
The atmosphere in the room shifted suddenly. | felt it before | heard the footsteps - a cold, familiar presence.
Ethan stood in the doorway, his eyes fixed onwith glacial Intensity. His jaw was tight, his posture rigid with
barely contained anger.
Matriarch Evelyn noticed his territorial gaze and addressed him pointedly. "Ethan, you're just in time."
She gestured between Lucas andwith a satisfied smile. "I know you and Lucas are business rivals, but
from now on, the Stone and Blackwood families will be one."
Her meaning couldn't have been clearer. "Be mindful," she added, "and don't make things difficult for Olivia."
Ethan's expression darkened dangerously as he understood his grandmother's implication of a potential
marriage between Lucas and me.
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