She Was Never Just a Pretty Face novel Chapter 52

Even though she had rejected Harrell.

The man had still taken root in her heart.

...

Days passed one by one.

Harrell temporarily returned to Havenworth City.

Sylvan Cassidy stopped causing trouble.

Hilda not only managed Erudite Arts but also handled a whole myriad of affairs at the Sanford Estate. Fortunately, Sophie's daughter, Rebecca, was incredibly capable and helped Hilda with many things. Over the course of half a month, Hilda became almost certain that Rebecca was up to the task. Not only was she competent, but she was also exceptionally loyal and reliable.

At the end of November.

Hilda took little Annie on a flight to Switzerland.

She went to visit her mother.

Her mother's health had improved significantly. Hilda stayed by her side for two days. Her mother never once asked about Luther, and Hilda didn't bring him up either. It was only when she was leaving that Hilda revealed she might eventually take her mother away from Alpha City so they could live together. Hearing this, Mother Cassidy remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a peaceful, relieved smile.

She had never been someone with a happy marriage herself.

—Why should she tie Hilda down to one?

By the time Hilda returned to Alpha City, it was early December.

She took Annie to visit Matilda.

Probably because her birthday was approaching.

The old lady was in exceptionally high spirits.

Hilda stayed with her for half the day.

It wasn't until Matilda fell asleep that she finally went downstairs.

In the first-floor lobby, Nathan Sanford and his wife were clearly waiting for someone.

Seeing Hilda come down with little Annie, Nathan stood up, pulled the little girl into a hug, peeled a piece of candy for her, and spoke gently to Hilda. "You've prepared perfectly for Matilda's birthday banquet. In a little while, your mother will take you to the salon to pick out some decent gowns. A young woman should dress up properly. Lori mentioned that Luther only gives you an allowance of half a million a month, which is far too stingy. Your mother and I have both given him a piece of our minds, and he should be changing that. Also, your mother and I will be giving you an additional two million a month to help raise the child. You and Annie had a hard time the past few years, and we intend to make it up to you moving forward... You'll see what we mean when the birthday banquet arrives."

Beside him, Eleanor Judson offered a mysterious smile.

Two luxury villas and five hundred million in cash.

They were keeping it a secret for now, waiting until the birthday banquet for Matilda to announce it personally to make it look even more grand and respectable.

Although Hilda was prepared to be completely self-reliant, the way Luther's parents treated her still warmed her heart. She didn't decline, as it wouldn't be appropriate, deciding she would either save it for Annie's future or return it to Luther's parents when the time was right.

Luther's mother chose the most expensive high-end salon.

They sold haute couture pieces that even A-list celebrities struggled to borrow.

The luxurious black Ghost pulled up, and the salon's store manager came over personally to open the car door. Seeing Eleanor, her face broke into a massive smile. "Mrs. Sanford... and this must be the younger Mrs. Sanford?"

She knew exactly how to address them.

One was the senior Mrs. Sanford, and the younger one was the current Mrs. Sanford.

Eleanor nodded. She held Hilda's hand, then looked at her nephew Harrell and said, "If you're bored, just wait in the car."

Harrell slipped his hands into his trouser pockets, his tone casual—

"I'll come take a look with you."

"To improve my aesthetics."

"It'll be good experience for when I get a girlfriend."

Eleanor playfully scolded him, "Cheeky boy."

—But in the end, they all walked in together.