Chapter 20
\nReturn Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks novel Chapter 20<\/p>\n
Chapter 20<\/p>\n
As the Bentley sped along the streets, Andy found his gaze drifting towards Cherise, who seemed lost in thought as she watched the world pass by.<\/p>\n
It had been a long fifteen years since they\u2019d last seen each other and he was struck by how different she was from what he\u2019d expected.<\/p>\n
Instead of the small\u2013town plainness he\u2019d expected, Cherise exuded an elegance that outshined even Betrico\u2019s most sophisticated women. Her attire was impeccable, and she resided in the luxurious Glenshire Gardens, a far cry from anything modest<\/p>\n
Intrigued. Andy asked, \u201cCherise, how\u2019s life in Betrico treating you I would have gladly picked you up. How did you end up in Glenshire Gardens?\u201d<\/p>\n
With a faint smile, Cherise answered, \u201cI\u2019m coping. A friend had picked me up and taken care of my housing.\u201d<\/p>\n
Her evasive response only deepened Andy\u2019s curiosity, but sensing her disinterest in conversation, he didn\u2019t press further. The remainder of the trip passed in a peaceful silence.<\/p>\n
At the Leach manor, a flurry of anticipation filled the air. Everyone, excluding those living in the main house, was eagerly waiting for Cherise\u2019s return after more than ten years away.<\/p>\n
Oliver sat in his wheelchair, his legs thin from disuse, his hair now laced with gray, belying his advanced age. He clutched a faded photo of a young Cherise, his eyes brimming with regret and sorrow.<\/p>\n
A servant\u2019s voice interrupted the silence, \u201cMr. Chivers, their car has arrived\u201d<\/p>\n
Oliver\u2019s excitement was palpable as he instructed, \u201cQuickly, wheel me to the front yard.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lionel, the butler, swiftly wheeled Oliver to the front yard.<\/p>\n
Evelyn, Andy\u2019s mother, along with Oliver\u2019s third son Sean\u2013who leaned on a cane\u2013his wife Heather, and their son Yves, all hurried out upon hearing the news.<\/p>\n
\u201cMom, is it that beautiful cousin from Yasvissa?\u201d Yves asked, brimming with excitement.<\/p>\n
Heather smiled and confirmed, \u201cYes, it\u2019s her.\u201d Ever since Yves came back from Yasvissa, he\u2019d been full of stories about Cherise, calling her a fairy<\/p>\n
Heather was relieved that the Leach family branches had their own space; it kept Shirley and Mandy from catching wind of things and making a fuss.<\/p>\n
As the Bentley rolled in, the group assembled in the front yard of the Leach manor. Andy was the first out, rushing to open Cherise\u2019s door and shielding her as she emerged.<\/p>\n
Cherise thanked Andy with a gentle smile and stepped out, capturing everyone\u2019s attention<\/p>\n
The servants were whispering in shock, \u201cWe had Ms. Cherise Leach down as some small\u2013town nobody, stuck in that backwater place for ages. But she\u2019s drop\u2013dead gorgeous, more so than Ms. Shirley Leach, and her dress is super stylish\u201d<\/p>\n
Tears filled Oliver\u2019s eyes as he gazed at Cherise. She approached and slightly squatted beside him, saying, \u201cGrandpa, I\u2019m<\/p>\n
home.<\/p>\n
Oliver\u2019s voice was thick with entotion as he held Cherise\u2019s hand ughtly, his face etched with regret and remorse. \u201cMy dear, your return is a blessing.\u201d<\/p>\n
The moment touched everyone there, bringing tears to their eyes<\/p>\n
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Cherise looked at her grandfather\u2019s weakened state, his legs now hin and feeble, a stark contrast to the robust man she recalled, and felt a catch in her throat.<\/p>\n
Softly, she asked, \u201cGrandpa, haven\u2019t the doctors tried to help your legs?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAt my age, medicine has its limits. Fortunately, I\u2019ve lived to see you again. Your grandmother could rest in peace now. I\u2019m sorry for the hardships you\u2019ve endured\u201d Oliver responded.<\/p>\n
Cherise examined his legs and declared with determination, \u201cWe can fix this?<\/p>\n
\u201cGood gul. My dear girl. It\u2019d be wonderful to be there when you walk down the aisle,\u201d Oliver said, not really believing her promises, thinking they were just nicant to comfort him.<\/p>\n
Cherise was aware of his skepticism and recognized the burden of his concerns. While his joy was evident, the depth of his inner pain was something only he could fully comprehend.<\/p>\n
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