Chapter 27
\nReturn Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks novel Chapter 27<\/p>\n
Chapter 27<\/p>\n
Cherise dug into her meal<\/p>\n
with gusto, and Morris noticed her eyes light up when she sipped the orange juice he\u2019d given her \u201cThis is fantastic, Morris,\u201d she exclaimed, her smile wide. I was feeling pretty low, but this meal has totally cheered me up.\u201d<\/p>\n
Morris grinned back at her. \u201cGlad to hear it. If you ever need a l comfortable using his first name. It felt like a step forward in the<\/p>\n
just give me a call,\u201d he said, pleased that she was friendship,<\/p>\n
With a gentle nod, Cherise asked, \u201cIs there something I can do for you in return? She seemed more willing to spend time with him, which was a good sign.<\/p>\n
Morris\u2019s expression turned serious. \u201cActually, I need your help with my grandmother\u2019s illness,\u201d he admitted.<\/p>\n
Morris\u2019s grandmother, his sole caregiver, had been confined to bed for two years, and even top doctors in Clusia were stumped.<\/p>\n
Cherise caught a brief flash of vulnerability in Morris\u2019s gaze, and driven by sympathy or a need to comfort him, she was moved to offer her support.<\/p>\n
Do you<\/p>\n
trust me?\u201d Cherise asked<\/p>\n
\u201cYes,\u201d Morris replied with conviction. In truth, he had felt a sense of trust towards her from their very first encounter.<\/p>\n
Without a moment\u2019s pause, Cherise agreed. \u201cAlright. When do you want me to see her?\u201d<\/p>\n
Morris\u2019s eyes conveyed his deep appreciation for Cherise. \u201cThe sooner we can do this, the better, he responded.<\/p>\n
\u201cTomorrow, then,\u201d Cherise confirmed, her eyes unwavering.<\/p>\n
They shared a nod, understanding and agreement passing between them.<\/p>\n
Once they\u2019d finished eating, they found Marie waiting for them. After a brief chat, Morris and Cherise left together.<\/p>\n
At the entrance of Glenshire Gardens, Morris connected with Cherise on WhatsApp, thinking it would be more convenient to discuss his grandmother\u2019s situation through messages<\/p>\n
Cherise\u2019s WhatsApp profile was as straightforward as she was\u2013simply \u201cCherise\u201d with a calming sky picture. Morris\u2019s profile was enigmatic, a dim image featuring just his name, \u201cMorris\u201d<\/p>\n
After arriving home, Cherise quickly messaged Dora on Whats App to bring some needles over the next day. Almost immediately, her phone vibrated with a message from Morris<\/p>\n
Morris: [Hey, I\u2019ll come get you tomorrow morning. Sleep well.]<\/p>\n
Cherise responded quickly. [That works for me.]<\/p>\n
was summoned to the main house as soon as he arrived. The grand ball was crowded with family At the Leach manor, Andy members, with Yves notably absent<\/p>\n
Oliver, seated in his wheelchair, was in his usual place, with Evelyn, Sean, and Heather on the couch to his left. On the right. Jacob, Mandy, and Shirley were seated, their expressions varying<\/p>\n
As soon as Andy entered, Oliver inquired swiftly. \u201cAndy, have you confirmed that Cherise arrived home safely?\u201d<\/p>\n
cozy<\/p>\n
Andy nodded, \u201cYeah, she\u2019s all good. Her place is and secure, so no worries\u201d<\/p>\n
Jacob\u2019s irritation spilled over, his voice filling the room. \u201cWhat do you mean by \u2018safe\u2018? Cherise is new to this life. Who knows what kind of dump she\u2019s staying in? What will people say? I can\u2019t face anyone with this embarrassment\u201d<\/p>\n
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Shirley, feigning concem chimed in \u201cGrandpa, Cherise is still adjusting to the city life. She might be easily swayed by the first wealthy man she meets\u201d<\/p>\n
Andy, always Cherise\u2019s defender, snapped at Shirley. \u201cShirley, drop the act. Cherise is doing just fine. Don\u2019t go spreading lies.\u201d His tone brooked no argument<\/p>\n
Shirley\u2019s eyes brimmed with tears, and her voice wavered. \u201cAndy why are you speaking to me like this? I\u2019m only looking for Cherise Why are you targeting me? You weren\u2019t always so harsh\u2026 She sobbed, her emotions spilling over.<\/p>\n
Shirley held back from challenging Andy, aware of his role as CEO and his substantial stake in the Leach Group, nearly<\/p>\n
istching Jacob\u2019s. Still, she privately resented Cherise, who had upended her status as the family favorite upon her return.<\/p>\n
Mandy swiftly stepped in to ease tensions, silently disapproving of Andy\u2019s actions. \u201cAndy, Shirley is genuinely worried about Cherise. She\u2019s new to this environment and likely not financially secure.\u201d<\/p>\n
Seeing Shirley\u2019s tears, Jacob felt a pang of distress. He\u2019d always had a soft spot for her, never managing to raise his voice to her, not even when she was just a kid.<\/p>\n
\u201cAndy\u201d he barked, his gaze sharpening and his voice laced with disapproval<\/p>\n
\u201cEnough arguing.\u201d Oliver\u2019s sharp tone silenced the room, his hands balled up tight, knuckles white.<\/p>\n
Jacob, you, of all people, should show Cherise some respect. She\u2019s just returned, and you\u2019re already finding fault with her. If you showed her the same kindness you show Shirley, we wouldn\u2019t be in this mess,\u201d Oliver demanded.<\/p>\n
Jacob began to justify himself. \u201cDad, Shirley is-\u201d<\/p>\n
Oliver cut him off mid\u2013sentence. \u201cShirley, you\u2019ve had it good because of Cherise, and even your marriage to Jeffrey is thanks in part to Cherise\u2019s mom. Cherise has been through a lot. I\u2019m seriously considering reassigning the engagement to Cherise. Mandy, her voice shaking with worry, broke in \u201cOliver, you can\u2019t mean that. Shirley and Jeffrey are in love. You can\u2019t just tear them apart<\/p>\n
\u201cGrandpa, Jeffrey and I are on the verge of an engagement,\u201d Shirley said, her voice tense. \u201cJeffrey wouldn\u2019t accept it, even if did.\u201d<\/p>\n
Evelyn interjected. \u2018Oliver, love can\u2019t be commanded. It\u2019s not right to break up Shirley and Jeffrey\u2013they\u2019re obviously love. Now that Cherise is back, maybe she\u2019s met someone special. We ought to speak with Cherise about her own heart.\u201d<\/p>\n
Sean and Heather both nodded, echoing. That\u2019s right.\u201d<\/p>\n
Oliver paused to gather his thoughts, then closed his eyes for a moment before sighing, \u201cWe\u2019ll table the discussion about Cherise for now. Andy, make sure to talk to Cherise about this\u201d Then he gestured for Lionel to assist him back to the inner courtyard to rest..<\/p>\n
Gradually, the family members dispersed, each lost in their own contemplations.<\/p>\n
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