29 Chapter 29- The Unexpected Guardian and the Mysterious Photo  29 Chapter 29 – The Unexpected Guardian and the Mysterious Photo  Caleb’s face darkened. “That’s unacceptable. The Sterlings don’t-” @ …

28 Chapter 28 – The Doctor Is Already Here  “Jealousy?” I couldn’t help but laugh.  “Where have you been living? What kind of work do you do now?” Beatrice seemed…

13:21  876  27 Chapter 27 – A Mother’s Secret, A Daughter’s Lie  27 Chapter 27 – A Mother’s Secret, A Daughter’s Lie  Fiona’s eyes lit up with excitement. “I can’t…

26 Chapter 26 – A Grandmother’s Memory, A Father’s  Call  “You don’t understand!” Fiona’s voice rose shrilly. “She’s always wanted what’s mine. She’ll poison them against me!” >  The old…

25 Chapter 25–A Matriarch’s Ploy and a Painful Encounter  25 Chapter 25 – A Matriarch’s Ploy and a Painful Encounter  “Nothing exciting,” I said. “Just work.”  I froze. That voice–I…

  24 Chapter 24 – An Unexpected Defense and a Shocking Revelation.  24 Chapter 24 – An Unexpected Defense and a Shocking  Revelation  “This should keep you busy for the…

6419  23 Chapter 23 My Husband Is Better Than You  After gathering a stack of promising journals, I settled at a quiet desk in a secluded corner and lost myself…

22 Chapter 22 – A Skeptic’s Challenge  “No.” One clipped syllable, loaded with irritation,  I couldn’t say no to those hopeful eyes. “I’d be happy to help”  “My work was…

21 Chapter 21 – Grandma’s Gambit  In the hallway, Elara spoke first. “You can’t be serious about delaying the divorce.”  “Mr. Sterling.” She nodded politely. “Thank you for meeting me.” …

5/6  20 Chapter 20 A Perfectly Synchronized Separation  20 Chapter 20 – A Perfectly Synchronized Separation  “So you’re saying there’s no way to prove we weren’t here?” I asked.  “Is…