Written Off as Trash, I Activated My Hidden Queen Mode novel Chapter 68

Chapter 68 Vincent’s Lingering Grief

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“This is likely the root cause of Mr. Shaw’s condition. If she were here, recovery would be significantly

easier.”

The Shaws‘ expressions fell. Vincent let out a heavy sigh. “She… she’s been missing for years.”

Stella’s grip on the medical file tightened slightly.

Missing?

The Shaw family had a missing daughter too. What a coincidence.

She’d researched every Shaw family in Azure Peak City when she first arrived. Even considered a prominent family. But there was no information about any eldest daughter.

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mirrored his brother’s worry.

treatment plan, you’ll have many years ahead of you.”

as calm, but she’d already formed a conclusion.

daches were both physical and psychological.

When my grandfather’s condition flares up, the pain is unbearable. Is there anything we can do m through it?”

k knew the root cause wasn’t medical.

rescribe pain relief that won’t put stress on his system. Use it during episodes. For now, my ach will be a combination of medication and acupuncture to manage the headaches.”

nk you.”

en Stella started writing the prescription, the Shaw men blinked in surprise.

handwriting wasn’t the typical doctor’s scrawl. It was clean, precise–proper calligraphy.

be finished writing and looked up to find three pairs of sorrowful eyes fixed on her.

He didn’t comment. “Follow the dosage instructions. I’ll return in a few days for the acupuncture.”

Understood.”

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“I’ll see myself out.”

Frederick walked her to the door anyway.

Vincent watched her go. His eyes stung. A long, mournful sigh escaped him.

“Nicole had beautiful handwriting too.”

Kenneth’s mind drifted back.

His parents had always been consumed by the family business, traveling constantly. He was lucky to see them once a year.

At home, aside from the staff, the only constant presence was.his aunt–still in school back then, still around.

She taught him calligraphy. Encouraged him. Kept him company. Helped him with everything.

That lasted until he was seven.

Kenneth’s eyes glistened.

“Any news of Nicole?”

“Not yet.”

Vincent closed his eyes. The pain etched into his aged face deepened.

“Grandfather. It’s windy. Let me take you inside.”

“Leave me be. I’ll sit here a while.”

He leaned back in the rocking chair and closed his eyes.

After a long moment, the pain in his expression softened. A faint, bittersweet smile touched his lips.

*****

At Shaw Estate’s gate.

“Dr. Shaw. Let me arrange a car.”

“No need. I’ll be back every three days.”

“I’ll inform the staff.”

“I’m going now.”

Frederick nodded and watched her leave before turning back inside.

Stella closed her eyes in the car, deep in thought.

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“Stella. Is this one going to be difficult?”

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Stella never struggled with cases like this. She’d pulled people back from the edge more times than anyone could count.

“Look into the Shaw family’s missing daughter.”

“Why her?”

“She shares the surname. The age range fits.”

She wasn’t leaving any stone unturned.

Tess understood immediately.

Stella had mentioned before–based on how her mother carried herself, she’d clearly come from a decent backgroun

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ella. You must be feeling pret

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Derek was in custody await

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She’d destroye

Stella smile

Silas and Jasmine cornered her in the parking lot.

ut yourself now, huh?”

ed rage.

y was scrambling everywhere for lawyers, for connections.

ver imagined. And for what? To end up at war with Silas?

reasured? Now they were just fuel for the internet to mock her.

1. fe. Why did she get to have everything?

the class slacker on a test, would you feel proud?”

to mean?”

as competition just lowers the bar.”

ront of her car.

ing. I’m willing to honor the engagement now.”

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“Silas!”

Jasmine stared at him like he’d lost his mind.

After everything Stella had done to them, he wanted to marry her?

Was he insane?

Stella laughed. It was a stunning, devastating smile. Silas‘ heart stumbled.

‘What exactly about you do you think is worth my time?”

‘Stella. The Thorne family might have taken a hit, but we still have deep roots. Real resources. I’m willing o overlook the fact that you’ve been seeing someone else.”

Stella looked at him like he was nothing.

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he spread her arms, blocking the car. “Stella. You’re going to clear my father’s name. on. Or I’ll follow you everywhere.”

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