chapter381

He used to jump to conclusions, thinking that when Lydia came back, she would take away everything that belonged to Lucinda. But he'd been wrong.

Since returning, Lydia hadn't asked for anything at all. She just quietly did her part, always helping the family in her own way.

He realized now he'd been a foolish old man. Lydia was the best granddaughter he could ever hope for.

Lucinda never expected her grandfather to change his mind about Lydia so completely. If this kept up, Lydia might soon become his favorite. That was something Lucinda absolutely couldn't accept.

She blinked hard, letting her eyes fill with tears as she lowered her head, her voice soft and trembling. "I'm sorry, Grandpa. I guess I overthink things sometimes. It's just... I'm not as good as my sister, and I worry you'll all love her more and forget about me."

Mr. Norwood's heart ached at the sight of his cherished granddaughter crying. He reached out, his voice gentle and full of affection. "Lucinda, don't think like that. Before your sister came back, all of our love was for you alone.

Now that she's home, yes, we share some of that love with her, but we haven't stopped caring for you. You're both Norwood granddaughters, you know that, right?"

If he'd said this to her before, maybe Lucinda would have believed him. But now? Not a chance.

They'd given all their affection to Lydia, leaving Lucinda with nothing. Did anyone in this family really care about her anymore? Only Grace ever stood by her, while everyone else had already picked Lydia's side.

Of course Lucinda would never say this to her grandfather's face.

She sniffed and forced a small smile. Grandpa, I get it. I'm just glad you don't mind having me around."

Seeing how careful and hesitant Lucinda had become, Mr. Norwood felt helpless. "Don't worry, Lucinda Once I'm feeling better, I'll go talk to the Jefferson family myself, see what can do about you and Mikey. With Mikey by your side, maybe life will get a little brighter."

It was the only thing he could still do for her.

Lucinda's face lit up with gratitude, her voice thick with emotion. Grandpa, I know you are the best."

Neither Lucinda nor Mr. Norwood bothered to keep their conversation private. Every word drifted through the house, reaching the ears of the staff.

The servants were stunned. Was Lucinda really going to marry Mikey? What luck. Even if she wasn't a real

Norwood by blood, she'd still marry

someone from the Jefferson family living a life of luxury most people could only dream about. How did she always end up with the best of everything?

When Tina heard the news, she frowned hard. Lucinda used to be obsessed with Connor, and now that Connor was into Lydia, she just switched to Mikey? It wasn't about love. She just wanted the Jefferson family's name and the life that came with it. She didn't care who she had to marry, as long as she became Mrs. Jefferson.

No way. Tina had to let Lydia know, and fast.

Meanwhile, Lydia was already on her way to the airport. Cameron and Kylie kept fussing over her, reminding her to get plenty of rest once she got to France.

"Dad, Mom, how did Grace end up working for our family?"