Ready to Rule: The Real Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 345

Kylie and Cameron both lit up with smiles.

“That’s great,” Cameron said. “You and Connor should really take the time to get to know each other. Just make sure you stay safe when you’re out riding.”

Lydia nodded. “I will. Also, you don’t need to wait up for me tonight. I might not be coming back.”

Ever since Lydia had come back to live with the Norwoods, Kylie and Cameron made a habit of waiting for her to come home every night, no matter how late it was.

So when she said this, both of them froze.

Wait… what did she mean by that?

Kylie cleared her throat, her tone gentle as she tried to feel things out. “Lydia, have you really thought this through?”

What she was actually asking was: Are you sure you want to take that next step with Connor?

They weren’t exactly old-school parents, but even so, they felt like this was happening a little fast. If Connor could wait, it would be better if they moved in together after getting married.

Cameron was thinking the same thing. “Lydia, it’s not that we’re against you being with Connor, but things seem to be moving pretty quickly…”

That’s when Lydia realized what they’d misunderstood.

“Dad, Mom, that’s not it at all,” she said quickly. “I’m not staying out because of Connor. I need to work on some research for a new medicine, and I have to look for a certain herb. I’ll come home as soon as I find it.”

Cameron and Kylie both let out a breath, finally understanding. How did their minds even go there?

“Lydia, what kind of herb do you need? Do you want me to help you look for it?” Cameron couldn’t stand the thought of his daughter working so hard on her own.

“Thanks, Dad, but I’ve got it covered.”

“Well, okay then. Lydia, if you need anything from me or your mom, just let us know, alright?”

“I will.”

…

At Jefferson Group, Connor checked his phone again. It was 6:30. Lydia had said she’d come pick him up. He wondered where she was now.

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