The Billionaire Heir Fell for the Wrong Girl (Hathaway Whitmore) novel Chapter 107

Chapter 107

After hearing all this, Hathaway let out a sigh of relief.

It was still raining outside. Hathaway pushed open the door and leaned against the amic railing, watching the car of com fall. Fat raindrops pelted the old slate tiles, splashing up tiny white beads

She lifted her hand and only then noticed the slight weight. A string of prayer beads wrapped around her w coolness seeping right to the bone.

Just then, the older woman walked over and asked. “Are you feeling better?

“Much better.” Hathaway nodded.

“I was too tired,” Hathaway said, a little embarrassed. “Sorry for scaring you when I fainted

“You’re still young, so take care of yourself, the woman said.

Hathaway lifted her hand, noticing the prayer beads were a bit loose on her wrist. “What’s this?”

The woman remembered what the man had said before leaving and replied gently. “These are prayer beads I gave you th keep you safe and bring you peace.

“Don’t worry. No matter how heavy the storm, the sun will always come out again.”

“Thank you,” Hathaway said, a real smile curving her lips.

She genuinely loved the prayer beads, deep down in her heart.

Hathaway decided that once she got back, she’d make a donation to the church as a way to give back for the kindness she received.

Not long after, Aurelia hurried up the stone steps, holding an umbrella.

Hathaway took one last look at the church, where smoke curled gently into the air, then said goodbye to the woman and left

On her way back, Hathaway got another call.

“Good news. Preston took the bait, the voice on the other end said.

Jessica’s father fell right into the trap she set.

Hathaway’s lips curled into a smile, and the tension that had been coiled tight inside her finally snapped. She felt so much lighter than when she’d arrived.

She touched the prayer beads, and once she got home, she kept her word and made a nice donation to the old church She didn’t bother with anything else that had happened that day.

When Hathaway got to the care facility, Sylvia was already awake. A bunch of doctors had checked on her, saying it was nil psychological and that her family should spend more time helping her talk things through

“Mom Hathaway slipped the prayer beads off her own wrist and onto Sylvia’s, holding her mother’s hand as she said. “They say these beads can keep you safe. They were a bit loose on me, but they fit you right.”

Sylvia ran her fingers over the smooth beads, noticing the fresh, subtle scent of cypress. She could feel her daughter’s love in

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back to normal not long after, and Avery toally let our breath he didi

How did Mom eat tonight? Avery asked.

She had a good appetite tonight. She ate more than yesterday Hathaway replied really fakes me fo picked up a lot

Avery felt a bit more at ease hearing that. T’m really lucky to have you and Celeste Offere stretched way too thin

Before his father passed away, Avery had it easy. Life was smooth sailing.

Now, he has to be hands-on with everything at work, juggling endless social events and heavy tes feels like he’s going crazy from all the stress.

Avery glanced at Hathaway, concern in his voice. “Mom says I haven’t been looking out for you enough

“If you’ve got anything weighing on your mind, don’t try to shoulder it all yourself. Talk to the family I’m can always talk to Celeste.”

Hathaway nodded. “Okay. Where’s Celeste?”

“She’s not feeling well. Benson took her to the hospital. I really should have gone myself, but I’ve been swamped with work, Avery replied.

Hathaway paused, a little sturmed.

Just then, Avery turned to see Celeste walking in, his tone softening. “We were talking about you How are you feeling! What did the doctor say?

“Things have been so busy at home lately, and you’ve been working so hard. You must be exhausted”

Celeste’s cheeks turned a little pink as she gave a bashful smile. She looked like she wanted to say something, but held luck at the last second.

Hathaway could tell right away that Celeste was feeling shy, so she got up and gave them some privacy. “You two talk. 13 go wash some fruit.”

When she got to the kitchen, Mary was already rinsing some strawberries and blueberries she’d grabbed from the fridge for Hathaway.

“Hathaway, what kind of fruit would you like? We’ve got some white strawberries in season, too. I picked them up fresh from the store this morning, Mary said.

When Hathaway didn’t answer, Mary turned around and saw her holding onto the doorframe, sneaking a peek into the living room.

“What’s going on?” Mary asked, curiosity getting the better of her. She peeked over Hathaway’s shoulder to see what was happening

Suddenly, Celeste let out a surprised scream, making Mary jump and blurt out, “Whoa!” And then she saw Avery sesoping Celeste up in his arms, twirling her around with excitement.

“Wow, what’s up with Avery?” Mary said, surprised. “I haven’t seen him this happy in forever”

Hathaway’s eyes grew misty as she whispered. “Celeste is pregnant

Back in her previous life, when Celeste shared the news the company was already on the verge of Bankruptcy, barely banging on

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