The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 283

“Oh, come on…” Patricia’s dramatic groan carried through the phone. “Anne, I’ve got the worst headache.”

Anthony overheard her, a hint of a smirk tugging at his lips. “Is she pretending again?”

Anne couldn’t help but look embarrassed. “She’s not faking this time. Patricia’s pretty upset about losing the diamond.”

Anthony fell quiet for a moment, his eyes softening as he gazed at Charlotte in his arms. “Lottie,” he murmured, “will you come home with me?”

“To The Blair Estate?” she asked, her voice small.

He nodded, brushing a loose strand of hair from her forehead. His eyes held a hidden worry. “My grandmother… she’s not feeling well.”

Charlotte didn’t answer right away. Was it nerves about meeting his family? She remembered the woman she’d saved, the one who’d smiled at her so sweetly when she woke up.

Anthony squeezed her cheek, his voice gentle. “Don’t worry, Grandma’s great. She really likes you. She’s been wanting to meet you for a while.”

Charlotte thought it over, then gave a lazy little “Mm.”

…

Half an hour later, an impressive estate came into view. The black iron gates swung open, and Anthony’s sleek black sports car rolled up the drive.

The guards at the entrance straightened, ready to greet them, but Anthony put a finger to his lips, signaling for silence.

They all exchanged shocked glances. Was this real? Anthony had actually brought a woman home.

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