<b>Chapter </b><b>47 </b>


    Lydia


    “The doctor said it would be in two months,” I said, then shook my head to show that I couldn’t wait. I <b>can’t </b>wait <b>for </b><b>two </b>months.


    She picked my hand, “No, you won’t have to wait.” There was nothing she could do about this.


    “I didn’t spend all that time trying to build my business. I have built connections worldwide, and the medical field is one of <b>the </b>many ces I have connections. I didn’t pay for the less privileged medical expenses and made all those donations for nothing”


    I tried to smile at the tone she used.


    She had built hospitals, offered assistance, raised funds and all for the sick.


    She is a kind woman. This woman gave birth to me.


    She ced her hand on my face. “Do you trust me?” She asked, and I nodded.


    “Then don’t tter because of this. This shouldn’t be enough to make you bend.” She stated sternly.


    “I know.” I inhaled a scent of breath.


    “You just bagged a huge contract, but I haven’t seen the glow you always had when you hit a goal. It’s hurtful to watch you lose happiness in the things that mean most to you.”


    But what can I do? The news had taken something away from me.


    A transnt was not the end of the world. Mnie will survive, but the thought that my little girl had to go through this didn’t sit


    well with me.


    Even the news that I got the contract wasn’t enough to lift my mood.


    “This revenge and everything will be meaningless if I lose my daughter,” I said<b>. </b>


    “You won’t lose her.” She spoke immediately as though my words were a bad omen.


    “Well, web through all the hospitals in the world; we can’t allow your happiness to die down.” She was right.


    I had to keep a clear head.


    Nothing will happen to Mnie.


    “Will you be attending the party tomorrow?” She <b>asked</b>.


    There’s a party to celebrate the contract I got. I had told Mia earlier that I wasn’t interested in the party.


    “Maybe.<b>” </b>


    Before she left my room, she ced a kiss on my forehead, and I felt like a little girl again, but this time, I wasn’t living it. orphanage alone.


    I had someone beside me.


    <b>10:54 </b>Sat, 2 Augs


    My mother.


    When I woke up at night and reached for the jug in my room, I sighed, discovering it was empty.


    I had to go down to get water.


    My hands moved the duvet from my body, and I sat straight. Sliding my feet into my slides, I stood and walked towards the door.


    I yawned as I closed the door behind me, rubbing my sleepy eyes with the back of my


    hand.


    After getting water, I was walking past Mom’s study but paused when I heard her speaking on the phone.


    Her door was slightly opened.


    I moved closer. I knew it was wrong to eavesdrop, but I couldn’t stop myself.


    Her voice was low. She was on call, but I could make out some words.


    “She’s my granddaughter… yes… five years old…I sent her details already…. Of course… you know you owe me one…


    I ced my hand over my mouth, stopping the whimper that threatened to escape.


    Overwhelmed with so much emotion, I walked back into my room. My eyes were blurred from unshed tears.


    I felt grateful.


    Maybe my divorce with Mason wasn’t bad. Maybe Victoria was actually a blessing in disguise rather than a viin.


    What was supposed to be the end of me opened a better door for me.


    <b>I </b>do not want to admit, but she has some credit to take for reuniting me with my mother.


    The next day, Mom woke me up with good news.


    “She found three kidneys that are likelypatible with Mnie. They just <b>have </b>to carry out a few tests to pick the most suitable one,” She said<i>. </i>


    But I could hear the unspoken words, “I told you that we’ll get over this. I told you that everything would be fine.”


    Her news not only made my day but empowered me for the rest of the day.


    Isang under my breath as I made food for Mnie and Liam.


    I got dressed and left for the office, leaving the twins in Mom’s care, who had refused to leave their side.


    Mia stepped into the office.


    I raised my head from myptop. She walked towards me and ced a cup of coffee on the table.


    “Thank you.” she nodded and smiled.


    “You seem to be in a good mood. I like seeing this side of you.” She said.


    “Of course,


    I stated.


    10:54 Sat 2 AUG


    “<b>So</b>, about the party. It’s today. It begins in three hours. I haven’t declined the invitation in hope that you’ll <b>change </b>your hind


    Oh, shoot.


    Mom spoke about it yesterday. I can’t believe I forgot about it again.


    “What do you say? Should I decline the invitation?” She asked. Before I responded, she added, “Mr. Mason Woods would be there, and Mr. Marcus would be there too.” Mia sent me a knowing look.


    I twisted my lips to the side.


    “I think you already have an answer to that,” I <b>said</b>, and her smile widened.


    “Yes! I knew you’d go. I picked your dress, shoes, bag, and jewelry; everything is ready.” From the excitement in her voice<b>, </b><b>one </b>would think the party was being hosted for her.


    She cleared her throat, “Your schedule is also clear.”


    <b>“</b>Thank you, Mia.” She keeps me so well.


    “You can treat me to dinner if you are thankful.”


    After she left, I quickly went through some documents andpleted what I had begun.


    I stood pushing my chair back. This party wasn’t a bad idea. But was ready to meet Marcus? I still remember ourst conversation and how I had turned him down.


    Just as I was thinking, my phone rang, and his name was disyed on the screen.


    Think of the devil.


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