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The unsettling thought that her father might have discovered she had allowed Connor to stay at their house—
and in her bedroom, no less—flashed through Marissa’s mind, coloring her cheeks with guilt.
Hannah's explanation cwith a resigned tone. “He would've preferred to stay out longer. But then Sansa
came, tears streaming down her face, demanding that your father step in to discipline his daughter and provide
sanswers. She was adamant you return Ayla, prompting his early return.”
Pausing to gauge Marissa’s reaction, Hannah continued, “I really didn’t want to interrupt you and Mr. Daniels, but
your father's command leftno choice. | hope you won't thinkinconsiderate.”
A flicker of annoyance crossed Marissa’s features. “Hannah, what are you implying? We weren't up to anything.
There was no interruption.”
Hannah offered a knowing smile. “Perhaps you should freshen up before you meet with your father. I'll go on
ahead.”
As she turned to leave, she stopped, casting a glance over her shoulder. “By the way, Marissa, your father
learned Mr. Daniels was in your room. He was none too pleased. His frosty mood could chill the entire house.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWith those parting words, Hannah made her way downstairs, leaving Marissa to ponder her next move. Marissa’s
lips twitched again as she cast a helpless glance toward the ceiling.
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Having met Tiffany, she no longer felt uncomfortable about being with Connor. She even began to view their
union not as a mistake but as destiny.
Throughout their ttogether, Marissa realized she harbored no ill feelings toward Connor. Learning that
Lawrence and Lindsay were their biological children only strengthened her desire to provide them with a united
family.
Yet, the sudden appearance of Everett and her father’s clear disapproval of Connor posed significant challenges.
She sighed deeply, turning to Connor with a look of slight reproach. “My father wantsdownstairs. What's
your plan?”
“I'll accompany you to see him,” Connor assured her. “But my father isn’t fond of you. He might be harsh, even
scold you.”
Connor smiled lightly. “I expect as much, given that I've caused his daughter distress. I'll accept whatever he has
to say.”
Connor's readiness to face her father’s ire caught Marissa off guard. Known for his assertive demeanor, he
typically only showed restraint around Arabella.
It was both surprising and moving that he would willingly humble himself for her sake in front of her father.
After a moment of contemplation,
Marissa made her way to the m
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