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    It was this grave health concern that necessitated Hadley’s return after three years. The surgery carried significant risks, and N was bracing for all possibilities…


    Her wish, before undergoing surgery, was to reunite with Hadley.


    Upon reaching N’s room, N’s anxious voice could be heard questioning,


    “Is she here yet? What’s taking them so long?”


    Knock, knock.


    Advancing towards the door, Sebastian knocked lightly.


    “Come in!”


    He then moved aside, making way for Hadley.


    “Please, Mrs. Flynn, go ahead.”


    “Thank you.”


    Hadley gave a nod and gently pushed the door open.


    “Hadley?”


    Peering from her bed, N tried to make out the figure at the doorway.


    The resemnce was there, but uncertainty lingered.


    “N.”


    With swift steps, Hadley approached.


    “Is it truly you, Hadley?” N extended her hand with a burst of joy.


    “Come closer, my dear. Let’s have a proper look at you.”


    Submissively, Hadley grasped N’s hand, permitting a close inspection.


    “Excellent, just excellent.”


    Emotion surged within N; her eyes began to tear up, and her voice wavered.


    “You’ve grown up into such a stunning young woman.”


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    Three years ago, Hadley had departed with a youthful, rounded face. But now, her appearance had changed dramatically.


    “Eric insisted on your independence, forbidding me from reaching out. It appears independence truly molds a person, doesn’t it?”


    At these words, Hadley halted, her smile broadening as she agreed.


    “Indeed, you’re absolutely correct.”


    N’s pride grew as she observed Hadley’sposure, softly patting her hand while exhaling a tender sigh.


    “The years have truly transformed you, haven’t they?”


    Hadley hesitated, then said in a hushed tone,


    “I was reckless back then. I’m sorry for the worries I caused you.”


    With a deep sigh, N responded,


    “You were indeed a bit spoiled, and that’s on me. My overindulgence might have led to those errors.”


    Hadley chose to remain silent, simply pressing her lips tightly together.


    Running her fingers through Hadley’s hair, N sighed again.


    “Look at you now, so different. Please understand why I was so stern; it was all out of love. Going forward, be a good girl. You will always be my dearest granddaughter-inw, understand?”


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