Lucia then said to Lindsay, “That’s good.


    It’s about time you started being independent.


    ”


    “Grandma, you’re right.


    ” Lindsay held back her reluctance and managed to smile.


    After the meal, Ste and Matthew left the rk family residence.


    While in the car, Ste reflected on Lindsay’s cunning tactics at dinner and how Lucia and Waldo supported her, which made her sigh.


    She had felt rather powerless and unhappy since Lindsay’s return.


    However, she understood why Waldo and Lucia felt as they did.


    They had raised Lindsay, so naturally, they cared for her.


    Lindsay also knew how to win them over with her charm.


    Even Ste had been fooled by Lindsay’s seemingly innocent manner initially.


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    Noticing Ste’s sigh and her troubled expression, Matthew asked, “What’s wrong?”


    Ste shook her head, choosing not to respond, but Matthew sensed her distress.


    He took her hand, offeringfort.


    “I’ll do what I can to limit your interactions with Lindsay in the future, and I’ll have Fernandomunicate with her regardingpany matters.


    ”


    Although there was no concrete evidence implicating Lindsay in the recent issues, her consistent presence during these events raised Matthew’s suspicions.


    Despite this, out of respect for Waldo and Lucia, and considering past events, he knew he couldn’t be too harsh on her.


    Upon hearing this, Ste stayed quiet.


    She understood that Matthew’s suggestion was the best option for now, but it was only a temporary fix.


    It wouldn’t address the underlying issue.


    Due to Lucia and Waldo, their paths were bound to cross eventually.


    As Ste pondered this, her phone began to ring.


    Be was calling.


    “Ste, do you have some free time these days?”


    Be’s gentle voice flowed through the phone, instantly soothing the annoyance bubbling within Ste as she answered the call.


    Be continued, her voice steady and warm, “I want to take you back to Dorburn and handle the property transfer while we’re there.


    ”


    Ste paused, taken aback.Content is property of N?velDrama.Org.


    “Why is this happening so suddenly?” she asked.


    Be smiled, her voice carrying a reassuring warmth.


    “I’ve had my mind set on this for quite some time.


    Just find some time for us,” she sa


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    Ste, eager to apany her, readily agreed without hesitation.


    Checking her work schedule, she announced, “I’ll be free for the next two weeks.


    The ball’s in your court.


    ”


    After a moment’s contemtion, Be proposed, “How about we leave in a week? You can use these days to pack your belongings.


    ”