Chapter 583
\nReturn Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks novel Chapter 583<\/p>\n
Chapter 583<\/p>\n
Just like that, several days passed\u2013everything proceeded as usual, without surprises or excitement.<\/p>\n
The peak of summer had passed, giving way to late summer. The scorching heat from before had faded, replaced by a refreshing coolness in the air, making the weather much more pleasant.<\/p>\n
Familiar faces came to visit Claire one after another, including the Muller family, Phoebe, Lucas and Mary, Marlon and Xenia, Trent, Truman\u2026<\/p>\n
Cherise and Morris had no intention of keeping Claire hidden. Their loved ones deserved to live openly under the sun\u2013and not just that, but to live happily and freely.<\/p>\n
After all, they had more than enough power to protect her.<\/p>\n
Betrico University was also on summer break, which was perfect\u2013Cherise now had plenty of time to spend with her mother. After so many years, she could finally enjoy the simple joy of being surrounded by her mother\u2019s love.<\/p>\n
On this particular day, Cherise and Claire went to the Summer International Shopping Mall. Claire, whose hair had now fully grown back, strolled leisurely through the mall with Cherise and Xenia.<\/p>\n
With the three of them out together, it was as if four different styles of beauty had converged, drawing countless envious glances. The number of heads turning as they passed was undeniable.<\/p>\n
*Claire, this store looks great. I know the owner\u2013they have some connections with Taylor Vogue. Since you rarely go shopping, let me take you in for a shopping spree!\u201d Xenia said, still exuding her usual \u2018big spender\u2018 energy.<\/p>\n
\u201cReally? Alright then. Xenia, I\u2019m so grateful you two brought me out today. It\u2019s been years since I last went shopping.<\/p>\n
Just look at this mall, the design, the clothes\u2013everything is completely different from my era,\u201d Claire said excitedly.<\/p>\n
Walking behind them, Cherise watched as Claire linked arms with Xenia, her heart brimming with affection. No matter the era, no matter the age, women would always love shopping and beautiful things.<\/p>\n
By now, Xenia had already led Claire into the boutique. \u201cClaire, what do you think of this dress?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHmm\u2026 isn\u2019t it a little too revealing around the shoulders?\u201d Claire asked hesitantly, a faint blush rising to her cheeks\u2013an expression more common in young girls.<\/p>\n
\u201cNot at all! Come on, it\u2019s the modern era. Showing a little skin is no big deal. Besides, with a figure like yours, you have to show it off, right, Cherise?\u201d<\/p>\n
Cherise knew that Claire was still adjusting to the current times, so she smiled and said, \u201cTry it on. It looks great on you.\u201d<\/p>\n
Claire actually liked the dress. She, Cherise\u2019s grandmother, and Cherise herself all shared a love for dressing beautifully\u2014 not to please others, but simply for their own enjoyment.<\/p>\n
Since her daughter had given her the nod of approval, Claire decided it was time to embrace change. She agreed and turned to the sales associate. \u201cExcuse me, could you show me to the fitting room?\u201d<\/p>\n
The sales associate had a keen eye and immediately recognized their elegant presence\u2013not to mention, Cherise\u2019s face was quite familiar. Realizing they were VIPS, she quickly responded, \u201cOf course! Right this way.\u201d<\/p>\n
As Claire disappeared into the fitting room, Cherise and Xenia exchanged a knowing smile.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo? How does it feel to have a mom?\u201d Xenia asked, wrapping an arm around Cherise\u2019s shoulder.<\/p>\n
She curled her lips into a smile and let out a soft laugh. \u201cIt\u2019s great. I used to envy others, but now I finally don\u2019t have that\u00a0chance anymore. I have someone to rely on and a newfound sense of comfort.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cCongratulations! Love, family, and even friendship with me\u2013you\u2019ve got it all.\u201d Xenia was actually even happier than Cherise seeing her like this.<\/p>\n
Cherise looked at her. \u201cYou know, you could easily turn our friendship into family. Just marry my brother.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cNo. I only enjoy the process of dating. As for starting a family, I\u2019m not ready for that yet.\u201d Xenia\u2019s tone was firm\u2013she had her own ideas,<\/p>\n
You were the first person I thought of. Could you do me a favor, considering that your late mother\u2013in\u2013law, Hilda, and I were childhood friends?\u201d<\/p>\n
Upon hearing Stella\u2019s words, Cherise raised an eyebrow slightly. That was a well\u2013crafted request\u2013bringing up her deceased mother\u2013in\u2013law made it difficult for any regular daughter\u2013in\u2013law to refuse.<\/p>\n
But Cherise was different. She was straightforward. \u201cI\u2019m really sorry, but I\u2019m not available\u2013not just recently, but at all.\u201d<\/p>\n
The moment she said this, Stella was stunned. \u201cOh-\u201d<\/p>\n
Before she could finish, another pleasant female voice rang out. \u201cCherise, Xenia, I\u2019m done changing.\u201d<\/p>\n
The woman standing in front of the fitting room mirror was wearing a black off\u2013shoulder, ankle\u2013length dress. Many people drew in sharp breaths.<\/p>\n
Claire had stepped out of the dressing room, and with her natural beauty, she looked like a picture of timeless elegance radiant and sophisticated.<\/p>\n
After all, a woman who could give birth to someone as dazzling as Cherise was bound to be remarkable herself. Cherise looked toward her mother and curled her lips in satisfaction.<\/p>\n
Xenia, however, had already dashed to Claire\u2019s side. \u201cOh my God, Claire, I think I\u2019m falling for you. You\u2019re absolutely stunning your figure, your looks.<\/p>\n
I feel unworthy standing next to you! I should step back. Goodbye.\u201d<\/p>\n
Of course, Xenia was just being dramatic. Despite her words, she remained firmly beside Claire.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Stella, who was standing in front of Cherise, was visibly unsettled. The moment she laid eyes on Cherise\u2019s mother, her expression froze, as if she had seen something utterly shocking.<\/p>\n
It took her a moment before she finally found her voice. \u201cClaire\u2026is that really you?\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-606","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter\/606","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/chapter"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=606"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}