The money arrived that same day, and they paid the fine just before the deadline.
When Spencer was released, he was covered in bruises.
He was also terrified.
"Why did they beat him up?" Lana was heartbroken, fetching a first-aid kit to treat his wounds.
Everyone's attention was on Spencer. No one noticed that Bianca was in lower spirits than usual that evening.
It had been a week.
A full week.
Seth hadn't sent her a single text or made a single phone call.
"I'm a little tired. I'm going to my room to rest," Bianca said, retiring early. She had just finished her shower and was about to get into bed.
Seth called.
The next day, Bianca was up bright and early. She came downstairs, looking glamorous and radiant, and cheerfully wished everyone a good morning.
Lillian hadn't seen her this happy in a long time.
A thought struck her, and she asked, "Is my brother-in-law back from his trip?"
"He is! How did you know?"
"It's written all over your face," Lillian teased.
A sweet smile spread across Bianca's face. "I'll skip breakfast. Seth is coming to pick me up, and we'll eat together."
Yvonne nodded. "Go ahead."
As soon as she left, Lana said to Yvonne, "It seems like there's nothing wrong with their relationship. Seth really does care about Bianca."
"Mm," Yvonne agreed, the heavy weight in her heart finally lifting.
"These past few days, when we couldn't borrow the money, my heart was in my throat. I was about to beg you to go ask him," Lana said, relaxing and speaking without thinking.
She immediately realized her mistake and looked at Yvonne cautiously.
Yvonne's expression had indeed changed.
Terrified, Lana quickly apologized. "I misspoke."



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