Lydia excelled in many ways, and even in a challenging family setting, she maintained her cheerful and optimistic outlook.
But this ordeal brought Lydia’s vulnerability to light, leaving Hannah uncertain how to respond.
Hannah pressed her lips together, starting to say, “Lydia…”
Right then, Lydia’s phone buzzed. Lydia glanced at her phone’s screen and exclaimed, “Brayden’s calling me.”
“Go ahead and pick up his call first. We can discuss it later.”
Hannah’s voice could be heard on the other side of the call.
Lydia nodded and picked up Brayden’s call, asking, “What made you call me out of the blue?”
“Because I’m concerned about you!” Brayden’s relaxed voice echoed through the phone.
“Hey there, my little princess. How did your first day go after your ‘‘kidnapping’?”
“Oh, please,” Lydia laughed.
“I’ve been having quite the adventure since I returned. My father gave me a good old slap, and they’ve decided I’m not having dinner tonight!”
There was a brief pause on the phone, and then Brayden’s tone turned serious.
“He slapped you? Hang on, I’m on my way!”
“Don’t do anything rash!” Lydia sprang to attention.
“If you come too quickly, my father will block your visit, and he might demand a fortune from you, Leaving you with no choice but to support Phillips Group’s ventures.”
“It’s not about millions or projects. You are what truly matters!”
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Brayden declared.
Both voices carried a mix of worry and urgency. They paused, Leaving silence hanging between them.
Lydia blushed slightly, and she chuckled into the phone.
“Now, now, don’t make such a fuss over me.”
But upon listening to her, Brayden felt a twinge of unease resurfaces.
“I’m not joking! I mean it!”
Lydia felt the heat rise in her cheeks.
“Hold on! Rushing into things won’t help! My father hasn’t brought up the arranged marriage.