Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

* Finished Matthew frowned , his anger radiating . " You have a contract marriage ; you think that's something to brag about ? You should know exactly who holds her heart ." Matthew was confident . He truly believed Adriana still loved him . Just as Matthew and Curtis were clashing verbally , the butler rushed in , excitement in his voice . " Mr. Jeremy , Ms. Nicole is here ! " Adriana gripped Curtis's wrist tightly . They actually found Nicole ... So now ... is Curtis really going to honor the marriage pact between the two families ?

" Curtis , I hear the Lincolns and the Bartons aren't just old money families - they share more than business ties . You could casually marry someone else only because Nicole hadn't returned . But now that she's back , I'm curious to see how long this contract marriage with Adriana can last ." Matthew's tone was full of gloating , though he had no intention of fully burning bridges with Curtis . Adriana's face drained of color . In that instant , she realized she might be abandoned again . Turns out , when you're not strong enough , you always worry about being abandoned ...

I know I can't stand on my own yet . " How naive , " Curtis mocked , flashing a smirk at Matthew as he led Adriana across the yard . " Come on . Let's watch the show , " Curtis whispered . Adriana was distracted . Nicole is back now - how can I possibly focus on watching any show ? In the yard , Jeremy , Chandler , Kelsey , Danielle , and all the Bartons ' / staff were lined up neatly , waiting . It was clear that everyone placed great importance on Nicole .

Adriana stood there , quietly observing , feeling a pang of envy as she waited for the Bartons ' sole heiress , the return of true aristocratic blood . She wanted to see what kind of person was born with such privilege , to see the life of a true Barton princess . Even after being away for over 20 years , she came back and was still treated like royalty . Some people are born into luxury , while others spend a lifetime trying to reach it . A black Maybach rolled into the yard . The butler hurried forward to open the door .

Jeremy's eyes glistened with emotion as he waited for his long - lost granddaughter . The door opened , revealing a woman in a pristine white dress . She looked innocent and clean - cut , and there was a faint resemblance to Adriana in her features . She stood 1/3 20:03 Mon , Jan 5 G Chapter 72 The Return of the Heiress there , shyly staring at Jeremy , unsure of what to do . Jeremy's eyes reddened as he stepped forward . " Nicole ... I am your grandfather ." Nicole's voice trembled with nervousness . " Grandpa .. 99 " Welcome home ," Jeremy cried , clutching Nicole's hands .

" You're back ... you're finally back . " Danielle smiled with relief and stepped forward . " Hi , Nicole . I'm your cousin . " Chandler smiled as well . " I'm your uncle , Chandler , and this is your aunt , Kelsey ." Nicole nodded , recognizing each family member . Jeremy prepared to escort her inside . Finished Suddenly , with a thunderous roar , a red McLaren stormed into the yard , headlights blazing , unstoppable even by the bodyguards and butler . The door opened , and a striking woman stepped out in red designer heels , oversized sunglasses , and a matching high - fashion ensemble .

Adriana stared in surprise . Isn't that Irene Walton , the most famous Harborton star in the entertainment industry ? Jeremy froze , staring at Irene . " Why are you here ? " Chandler and Danielle tensed . How did she know ? We didn't tell the Waltons about Nicole's return , so how did Irene find out ? Irene removed her sunglasses , sneering at Jeremy . " My sister's daughter is back . As her aunt , isn't it only right that I come to see her ? " Irene strode forward , shoving Danielle aside . " Step aside , mutt . Who do you think you are to touch my niece ?

" Danielle's face darkened , her hands clenched tight with anger she dared not express . Irene beamed as she grabbed Nicole's hands . " Sweetie , I'm your aunt , Irene . You've suffered so much out there . " " Enough . Nicole's tired . Let's go inside before you overwhelm her ," Jeremy said firmly , ushering everyone toward the house . There were still outsiders present . " Overwhelm her ? You brought a pack of sewer rats into the house - that's overwhelming . " Irene shot back . showing no respect for Jemery as she pointed at Chandler , Danielle , and Kelsey .

" A bastard son and two stinking rats - how shameless ! And you changed your name to Barton ? Have you no shame ? Are you really Bartons ? " I've seen shameless before , but never like you ." Irene's presence was overwhelming , and her energy was completely uncontainable . Chandler's hands shook with anger , but he had no words to respond . Right then , Harold arrived . When he saw Irene , he immediately turned pale and looked for an exit . 20:03 Mon , Jan 5 G.

Chapter 72 The Return of the Heiress Finished There were only four big families in Harborton , and even though the Waltons had fallen on hard times , Irene was famous for being wild and impossible to deal with . She was the headache of all the old folks . 108 3/3 Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes.

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