Were they really mother and daughter? Was this the child she carried for ten months and brought into the world? In that moment, Grace fell into deep doubt.

In the end, it was Grace who sent the first message, breaking the silence that had lasted so long. [Aurora, let’s meet.]

After sending the message, Grace tossed the phone onto the bed. At that moment, she didn’t even dare to look at it. She didn’t want to know Aurora’s reply. Just sending that message already felt like an act of courage. Seeing herself like this, Grace almost felt like she was looking at a stranger.

When Aurora received the message, it was already night. She lay in bed, unable to make sense of it. Why would her mother choose to contact her now? What was she trying to say?

When Lucas came in, he noticed Aurora tossing and turning restlessly on the bed and couldn’t help but ask, “What’s wrong? You look uneasy.”

“My mom texted me. She wants to meet.”

Lucas also felt there must be a reason behind it. “So, what are you planning to do?” He sat down beside her, his gaze soft as he looked at her, as if saying, “Don’t worry, whatever your decision is, I’ll support you.”

Aurora understood the meaning behind his dark eyes and felt a wave of warmth rise in her chest. “Lucas, I’m really glad you’re here.” After saying that, she threw herself into his arms, wrapping her arms around his waist. It was because of Lucas that she could finally do what she wanted without hesitation. All because he always spoiled her. No matter what she did, he was always supportive.

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It was precisely because Lucas stood behind her with such quiet strength that she could live so freely. Aurora chuckled softly. “But you’re going to spoil me rotten like this.”

“That’s the best outcome,” Lucas said without hesitation. “That way, you’ll belong only to me, and no one else can take you away.”

Aurora couldn’t help but laugh. “Why are you so childish?”

“That’s because I’m facing you.”

That line easily broke through her defenses. She never expected Lucas’ sweet words to be so smooth now. He was making it hard for her to resist. Why hadn’t she noticed it before?

Aurora reached up and pinched his soft cheek. “Tell me, where did you learn to act so cute?”

Lucas replied seriously, “Self–taught!”

“Alright, alright.” Aurora dropped the subject. She stared at her phone, lost in thought. Should she go or not?

Lucas gently encouraged her. “If you really don’t know what to do, just follow your heart. You’ll find the answer.”

Aurora’s eyes flickered with emotions before she finally nodded firmly. “Okay, I know. I’ll follow my heart.”

“Then I’ll wait for your decision.” Lucas stood up to wash up, never interfering with her choice.

Soon, Aurora replied to Grace’s message: [Alright, you can decide the time and place.] After sending it, she felt much lighter. Indeed, some things had to be said out loud to feel better. Bottling everything up never did anyone any good. If there were problems, facing them directly was always the best solution.

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