Roxanne’s heart ached for Estella, but she could only smile and console the boys. “Oh, that’s unlikely. Why would she treat Essie badly? She’s going to be Essie’s mom in the future. Come on now. Stop thinking too much and eat your food.”

Benny lowered his head reluctantly, complaining about Lucian in his heart.

Just exactly how is Ms. Pearson better than Mommy? Why does Daddy want to marry that woman?

After lunch, Pippa invited everyone to take a walk around the area.

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