Ready to Rule: The Real Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 288

Cameron burst out laughing at what Lucinda said. Honestly, he and Kylie had stressed themselves out for nothing last night. Clearly, Lucinda had zero interest in Connor.

Kylie felt the tension melt away too. Turns out, she’d been making a big deal out of nothing. “Lucinda, your dad, your grandpa, and I just want to find someone who’ll treat you well. We want you to be happy, that’s all.”

Lucinda felt her frustration rise. What was that supposed to mean? Were they still hinting that she should move out? Did they not want her at home anymore?

“Mom, I’m only eighteen. I don’t want to get married yet.” Lucinda clung to Kylie’s arm, her voice turning sweet and whiny.

Kylie just nodded, giving in. “Alright, alright, whatever you want. It’s your choice.”

At that moment, Lydia appeared at the top of the stairs and started coming down.

Lucinda saw her and immediately held onto Kylie’s arm even tighter. With her face full of fake happiness, she called out, “Morning, Lydia. You’re finally up. We’ve all been waiting for you to have breakfast.” She made it sound like Lydia was the last one up and keeping everyone waiting.

Kylie jumped in right away, “It’s fine, Lydia. You’ve been working so hard lately. You deserve to sleep in. If Garrett wasn’t leaving this afternoon, I wouldn’t have the heart to wake you.”

Cameron glanced at Lydia with concern. “Lydia, if you’re exhausted, just drop the work and take a couple of days to rest. It’s fine, really. Your health matters more than anything.”

“I know, Dad, Mom. Things will slow down soon.” Lydia’s voice was soft but steady.

Garrett noticed the faint redness in her eyes. “You stayed up late again, didn’t you?” He looked both worried and a little helpless. His sister was such a workaholic. Girls Lucinda’s age were usually off playing piano, painting, or hanging out at cafes and shopping malls with their friends. They made life look so easy.

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