was wrong given that She tried to ignore it at first, hoping Maria would come to soothe her daughter, but the crying only grew louder and more desperate and with the late behavior of Maria's h

e her way inside the room, only for her to meet with Sophia with her doll as she held Maria

blankly at Sophia sitting beside her, tears streaming down her c

mmy, please wake up." Sophia cried

a pulse, her fingers trembling as she pressed them against Maria's neck. There was nothing. Her heart sank, bu

hone with shaking ha

immediately," she said

hink she is... I think she is dead. Pleas

ay I know whom I am speaking to? The

pson," Mrs Th

ra. I would like you to tell me the state of th

t a lot of blood."

inst her wound to prevent the blood from spilling out."

ia in her arms, trying to soothe him, but the boy was inconsolable. " What is wrong

said softly, trying to keep her voice ste

ne of them gently pulled Mrs. Thompson asked while the other checked Maria'

ssion grim. " I am sorry, ma'am. It loo

What about the girl? " she asked, glancing at Sophia, who clun

to take care of her? " the paramedic said

Maria was all he had. I will s

fort him as best she could. She whispered soothing words, telling him stories about b

iet room, where a kind nurse tried to distract him with toys and coloring books. Mrs. Th

professional. " I am very sorry for your loss. We are going to d

What... what happened to her? " she as

ng was a lot causing interbreeding and thi

always worried about Jamie. She never had time to take care o

mpathy. " It's a tragic situation. But Sophia ha

ing to steady herself. " What happens

Given the circumstances, it would be best if he is safe from that culprit and he might be next. I h

ck, k

orning was broken by the sound of engines as four luxurious vehicles approached the grand entrance, their sleek bodies glistening under the soft lig

ee and sizzling bacon filled the air. She hummed softly to herself, enjoying the quiet routine of the morning. Her

and see this! " Viola exclaimed

sion crossing her face. " What is it, Viola? What is the hur

fancy ones. And there are men with gifts.

" Victoria inquired

ed it, she was greeted by an unexpected sight. The driveway was filled with luxurious vehicles, and several imposing bodyguards stood holding lavishly wrapped gifts. In the

ssed the sight before her. Why was Mr. Drake

logize for arriving unannounced, but I have come with an important matter to discuss.

a strange flutter of excitement. She nodded, trying to maint

wn in the foyer. Victoria led them into the living room, where the morning light st

Victoria offered, her voice steady de

ictoria. " Mr. Drake replied, taking a

d. What could Mr. Does Drake possibly want it? She knew he was a man of cons

d around the room with a thoughtful expression. Viola had

took a sip, savoring the rich flavor. " Your home is lovely," Mr Dr

ing a seat opposite him. " What bri

earnest. " I know my visit is quite sudden, but I have a matter of gr

ource of both pride and worry about the family. Recently, they had clashed over a number of iss

Victoria asked, her voi

have been some difficulties between Ariana and your family, but I believe she is a remarkable woman

. " You want to court Ariana? But... she left yesterday. We

at I am here. I have admired Ariana for some time, and when I heard of her leaving, I felt compelled to act.

surprising and intriguing. She had always hoped for a bright future for her daughters but the suddennes

is all so sudden. I don't even know where Ariana i

al, and I am willing to use them to ensure Ariana's safety and happiness. If you allow me, I will do everything in my power to find her and bring her back home." Mr