Rich Radiant and Over Him (Alicia and Vincent) novel Chapter 202

Yvonne’s heart sank for a moment, but her instincts remained razor-sharp. “A psychiatric patient—why would he single out an orphan in a hospital packed with people? Get in touch with Chester for me. I want every detail about this case.”

Sean Quinn nodded, picking up the sealed envelope with the test results. “Aren’t you going to open it?” he teased, trying to lighten the mood. “I remember you said… if this sample turned out to be your niece, you’d have to marry me.”

Yvonne, who hadn’t held out much hope, shot him a look, feigning indifference. “Well, you’re out of luck, then…”

She broke the seal on the envelope and slid out the paternity test report.

There was a long silence before Yvonne tossed the report carelessly onto the desk. She slumped into Sean Quinn’s arms, exhaustion written all over her face.

He wrapped his arms around her, holding her tight. “Don’t lose hope. We’ve been searching for so many years, and we’ll keep searching. One day, we’ll find her.”

Yvonne stiffened, suddenly sitting bolt upright as if something finally clicked. She snatched up the report. “Sean Quinn… were you messing with me on purpose?”

She slapped him, her anger flaring.

Sean was stunned, gaping at her in confusion. “What—?”

Breathing hard, Yvonne flung the report in his face. “Was that supposed to be funny? Playing a joke like this?”

Sean’s bewilderment was genuine. “I haven’t touched the results, you know me—I’d never mess with you like that…”

But then his eyes landed on the report, and shock washed over his face. He looked back at her, voice barely above a whisper. “Where did you get this sample?”

Yvonne’s suspicion grew, her voice trembling. “You didn’t tamper with it?”

Sean raised his hands in protest, desperate for her to believe him. “I swear, I’d never joke about something like this. Unless I was planning to walk out on you for good—which I’m not.”

She eyed him accusingly, not entirely convinced. “You sure you’re not planning to leave me?”