Return Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks
My Billionaire Family 482

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And just like that, things passed. Two days after Rayburn's memorial service, Cherise sat by the bay window drawing.

Thinking about the moments after meeting him and the punishment for Rita, she felt a bit unsatisfied.

She thought, 'Is the punishment for Rita not severe enough? Or was it that Mr. Muller shouldn't have risked his life just for her to die? Actually, maybe it's a little of both!

'But I'm not someone to make a fuss. Everyone has different choices; it's all about respect! I hope Grandma's spirit in heaven can see how it all turned out today. I wonder if she's happy or sad

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Her eyes moved to her canvas, which showed the lush summer banyan tree outside the window and the distant Azure Peak mountains.

The colors done with the markers made the scene look almost exactly like the real one. However, there were two added figures, an old man and a young person. They seemed peacefully playing a game of chess under the large banyan tree.

It was Monday; Morris had gone to work and there were no classes for her at Betrico University, so at home, it was just her and Hugh sitting by the door.

The mid-hills of Azure Peak were very quiet, and from the entrance downstairs, the sound of car tires rubbing against the pavement could be heard. Additionally, there were the faint sounds of Hugh talking to someone.

Cherise could tell that it wasn't the sound of Morris's car returning. She thought, 'So, who could it be at this time?'

Sure enough, a few minutes later, Hugh came upstairs to inform her, "Mrs. Chivers, Mr. Graves is here. He says he has something to discuss with you.

"He insists on saying it in person, and there's no getting rid of him. He says it'll just be a few words and won't take much of your time. If you don't want to go down, I can send him away."

Cherise lifted her gaze, a bit surprised to see Nolan coming to replace her at this time. She hesitated for a moment. "Okay, no worries. I'll go take a look!"

Downstairs, Nolan was leaning against his car, with his assistant, the half-blood Torin, by his side.

When Torin saw Cherise coming down, he nudged Nolan. "Mr. Graves, look, she's here!"

Nolan glanced over and noticed her approaching, quickly standing up straight. "Hey, Cherise, you're here!

"I heard from Betrico University that you don't have classes today and knowing you like to stay home. I thought I'd come by and try my luck. Didn't expect to replace here!" you

Cherise knew he was straightforward, not having any bad intentions, and showed his feelings openly. She smiled. "Yeah, anything you need?"

Hearing this, Nolan took a small gift box from his pocket and handed it to Cherise. "This is from Hannia, an early wedding gift for you.

"She won't be attending your wedding; it's kind of inappropriate for her to come. But she actually can't come anyway; she's not in Clusia anymore." Cherise asked, "Really? Did she

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To Cherise. Hannia was just a student from Betrico University, more like a passerby in her life.

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However, it seemed odd that Hannia suddenly decided to go abroad when she was doing well at Betrico University. This probably had something to do with the troubles the Hawkins family was facing. Nolan nodded. "Yeah, she went abroad with her mom, but I'm not sure which country. She said she's looking for a new life. I was asked to let you know that the Hawkins family feels sorry for you and your grandmother." Cherise chuckled softly as she opened the little gift box in her hand. Inside was an elegant little ring and a small card.

It read, [Ms. Leach, thank you for being part of the most important moments of my life. I'm leaving Clusia. [Goodbye. I'll always remember you. Whether as Duskson or M Leach, you are my idol. Thank you!

[This little ring is handcrafted by me. Wishing you and Mr. Chivers a happy marriage and a lifetime of togetherness! By Hannia.]

Cherise chuckled again, not expecting Hannia to be so "sensitive

Putting the small gift box and card in her pocket, she looked up at Nolan and said, "So, your fiancée ran off, and you're not going after her?"

Nolan chuckled. "To tell you the truth, forced feelings never lead to happiness.

"I was forced by her family to take her in because she was my fiancée and she had status. It was all out of a sense of duty, really not a bit of true feeling for her.

"Besides, I'm focused on my career now. Relationships can wait. It's important to earn money."

Cherise understood and didn't say anything more. After exchanging a couple of simple goodbyes, she turned around with Hannia's gift and headed back to the Chivers Residence.

On the ride back, Torin hesitantly asked Nolan, sitting in the back seat, "Mr. Graves, are you really not going to go after Ms. Hawkins?"

Nolan shook his head. "You've been with me for so long, and you still don't know my preferences?"

Torin turned around, a bit surprised. "Are you telling me you don't have any feelings for Ms. Hawkins at all? Then why did you let her stay in your apartment back then? Is it because it was Ms. Leach's request?" Nolan nodded, simply said, "Yeah," and then looked out the window. "Stop asking so many questions and go make some money!"

On Cherise's side, she had barely stepped inside when Trent's call came through.

Cherise answered the phone, "Hey, Trent!"

On the other end of the line, Trent said, "Cherise, you know there's your class tomorrow, right?"

"Of course!" Cherise answered confidently.

Trent gave a couple of short coughs. "Lately, you've really been busy. Now that everything's done, you remember what I talked to you about last time, right?"

Cherise stopped at the stairs, thought for a moment. "About that student, right?"

Trent said, "Yes, that's right. Great, I was just worried you'd forget, so I'm calling to remind you.

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"I've arranged for the student to come to Betrico University tomorrow. I've sent the details to your email. Take a look when you get a chance. I won't keep you any longer." With that, he hung up immediately, as if afraid Cherise would say no.

Cherise raised an eyebrow at the now-ended call screen, thinking she'd never seen Trent act like this.

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