Ready to Rule: The Real Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 499

Lucinda felt a wave of awkwardness, but she pulled herself together pretty quickly. “Thank you, no matter what. Lydia, is it okay if I ask you for some piano tips in the future?”

Lydia raised her eyebrows in surprise, glancing up at Lucinda. Lucinda just smiled at her, warm and genuine. Lydia knew Blake had talked to Lucinda earlier today. Apparently, it worked, though she wondered how long the peace would last.

“We’ll see how I feel,” Lydia said.

Lucinda didn’t mind at all. She grinned. “As long as you’re not saying no, that’s good enough for me.”

Kylie and Cameron looked on, relieved to see the two getting along. Kylie smiled. “Lucinda, your sister’s just like that. Don’t worry. If you ever have questions, just ask her. She’ll help you out.”

Lucinda nodded. “I know, Mom, Dad.”

That night, the whole family sat around the dinner table, the mood easy and comfortable, when Lydia’s phone suddenly rang. She glanced at the caller ID. Chris.

“What’s up?”

Chris spoke quickly on the other end. Lydia’s face changed in an instant, her voice turning serious. “I’ll be right there.” She hung up, pushing her chair back and jumping to her feet.

“Lydia, what’s going on?” Cameron asked, worry in his voice.

Lydia glanced at everyone’s anxious faces, but didn’t explain. “I’m going to check something.” With that, she turned and was out the door, moving so fast she was almost a blur.

Blake felt uneasy and stood up to follow. “I’ll go with her.”

Kylie nodded, looking worried. “Okay, Blake. Be careful, and keep Lydia safe.”

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