Chapter 701 The Sister They Never Mentioned
Chapter 701 The Sister They Never Mentioned
The car glided smoothly through the rain, and Tess’s mood was unusually calm, like the <b>raindrops </b>trailing down the window, unhurried and peaceful.
“I’ve been with the Larsons for many years now, and seeing you in person today truly brings me joy.”
Tess’s eyes softened as she looked at Vince, a touch of warmth creeping into her gaze.
“Vince, since you’ve been with the Larsons for so long, can I ask you about some things from the past?”
Tess’s cool gaze met Vince’s through the rearview mirror.
Clearly, Vince hesitated, as if to speak, then thought better of it.
The car fell into silence.
Tess’s gaze remained fixed on Vince’s eyes in the mirror, stubbornly waiting for an answer.
After all, she truly didn’t understand.
Kylie had been the most privileged heiress in Kingnd, so why had she suddenly gone to Krigan? And why had she been willing to give up her luxurious family life for some unknown man there?
After a long pause, Vince sighed. “What would you like to know?”
Tess voiced her questions, but Vince remained hesitant. “This might involve some matters from many years ago. It’s not really my ce to say. If you truly want to know, perhaps you should ask Ms. Larson directly.”
Tess studied Vince for a moment, deciding not to press him further, and simply nodded. “Alright.”
After that exchange, the car remained quiet for the rest of the journey back to the Larson Estate.
Tess did as Vince suggested, though she didn’t seek out Violet. Instead, she went straight to Olivia.
When she saw Tess, Olivia was gently rocking La in her arms, a hint of surprise on her face. “Weren’t you out? Back so soon?”
“Nothing important came up.”
Tess smiled softly and stepped forward to take La into her arms. “Thank you for looking after her.”
Olivia shot her a mock re. “What’s that supposed to mean? Taking care of my own great- granddaughter… what’s there to thank me for?”
Tess immediately nodded, acknowledging her slip. “You’re right, you’re right.”
Olivia gave a light huff. “Family doesn’t stand on ceremony. If you keep being so formal with me, I won’t
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La had already grown quite attached to Olivia in such a short time, and nodded along in agreement.
Though still just a baby, she already had the air of a little grown–up about her.
Tess couldn’t help butugh, holding La closer and gently tapping her upturned nose. “Alright, my fault for being too polite.”
Only then did Olivia look satisfied, though her gaze settled on Tess. “You came here because you have something to ask, didn’t you?”
Tess raised an eyebrow in surprise, almost wondering if Olivia could read minds.
Olivia caught Tess’s startled expression and lifted the lid of her teacup. “Vince spoke to me before you arrived.”
Understanding dawned on Tess, and her gaze settled steadily on Olivia.
Olivia held the teacup in one hand while the other gently traced the rim of the lid, her eyes drifting to a spot on the floor nearby, her expression distant.
“Regarding this matter… the Larsons don’t like to bring it up. But if you insist on knowing, it’s not that difficult to exin.”
Hearing this, Tess furrowed her brow.
“You must have met Heidi in Krigan.”
At those words, Tess nodded immediately.
This was precisely what puzzled her.
Heidi and Kylie were sisters, yet the Larsons rarely mentioned Heidi. And both sisters, each a daughter of the Larsons, had ended up marrying into Krigan. Was that just coincidence?
“Heidi … isn’t actually part of the Larsons.”
Olivia let out a long sigh, her thoughts drifting back through the years.
“She’s illegitimate. The Larsons despise that kind of scandal above all else. By all rights, she should never have been allowed into the family. But her father died in a car ident, and she was left alone in the world with no one to turn to. So she was taken in and raised until she turned 18, then sent on her way.”
The confusion in Tess’s eyes didn’t fade. “Then … she ended up settling in Krigan, and Kylie happened to go to Krigan as well. Is there some connection between those two things?”
“Tess, you’re very sharp. You don’t take after Kylie at all.”
Olivia smiled faintly, a hint of emotion in her voice.
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Tess said nothing, simply watching Olivia and waiting for her to continue.
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“Kylie and Heidi grew up together. Kylie was raised as the family’s heir from the start, spoiled and headstrong, but not bad at heart. Heidi struggled in the Larsons because of her status, and Kylie couldn’t bear to watch. She would look out for her whenever she could. Over time, the two developed a bond that ran deep.”
Olivia’s voice carried the faint, melodic crackle of a vintage vinyl record, pulling the listener into the past she described.
Tess listened, unsurprised.
Kylie did seem like someone who had been pampered her whole life. She was selfish and willful, but not truly cruel.
It was just that her foolishness had led her to make far too many mistakes that hurt others.
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<strong>Olivia Harris</strong> is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.