Chapter 667: Chapter 667

Chapter 667:

Despite her prejudices and aversion to Belinda, Cassie didn’t say anything untrue.

Looking back, she wished she could advise her uncle and aunt that if they were set on adopting, they should have chosen a child capable of gratitude. Several years back, when Cassie’s uncle was diagnosed with kidney failure, the whole family’s younger children and all nephews and nieces went for a test to see if any of them were donor matches, yet Belinda was conspicuously absent. Throughout Cassie’s uncle’s lengthy hospital stay, which lasted almost six months, Belinda had visited him only a handful of times.

Thankfully, a generous individual eventually became a successful donor match, preventing Cassie from confronting Belinda at the Green residence to demand an apology for her uncle.

Behind the scenes, Cassie had a reliable doctor covertly test Belinda, who, ironically, was a perfect match.

While Cassie felt aversion toward Belinda, she tried to curb her irritation. Recalling that Rhys had been groomed by Nathaniel, she said, “Belinda might not be the kindest person, but Rhys is different.

He didn’t really grow up close to Belinda. Their interactions were limited to brief courtesies.”

Harlee was aware of the strained ties between Rhys and Belinda, as Rhys had shared as much with her. Rhys had said, “Don’t stress about any potential mother-in-law drama.”

“If she tries to cause trouble, I’ll leverage her vulnerabilities to ensure she apologizes to you.” Such words seemed unusual coming from a son deeply concerned for his mother.

Harlee had witnessed Rhys’ devoted presence beside Nathaniel’s sickbed, which spoke volumes about his sense of duty. The reasons why he might withhold similar devotion from his parents remained unspoken, and Harlee never asked.

Cassie’s revelations, however, shed light on these dynamics.

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Clearly, Nathaniel had made the right decision in keeping Rhys’ upbringing separate from his parents.

“Despite everything, Jose is deeply in love with Belinda,” Cassie added, her expression complex, seemingly either feeling happy for Belinda despite everything or puzzled by how someone like Belinda could be loved.

Cassie offered a reassuring smile to Harlee, saying, “If you ever need to mend fences with Belinda to ease family tensions, just play along with her. She’s not too hard to manage.

Beyond the negative traits fueled by her insecurities, at her core, she’s quite kind. Jose recognized this and chose her despite their different social standings. She’s fortunate yet unfortunate in that regard. Not everyone is prepared to overlook the bad to see the good.”

Belinda did feel affection for the Garcia family, yet she longed for undeniable proof of their love—proof that wasn’t influenced by her alliance with the Greens.

But the Garcia family wasn’t willing to provide that validation, and the Greens didn’t see the need.

Thus, she remained trapped in a painful loop. There was something in her that repelled others, yet that same essence also elicited their sympathy.

After a lengthy chat with Cassie, Harlee finally learned that Nyomi’s train was nearing its destination. They exchanged parting words before Harlee departed in her newly painted Panamera, a vivid shade of pink. She had chosen this particular car with Eva in mind, knowing how much Eva adored the color.

However, such a flashy vehicle felt a bit extravagant for picking up an elderly guest.

Thankfully, Nyomi didn’t seem to care. Standing outside the bustling station, Harlee scanned the crowd pouring out of the platforms.

Amid the chaos, her eyes locked on an elderly woman dressed in a patterned jacket. Their gazes met, and an inexplicable sense of recognition gripped Harlee.

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