Chương 521: The Grand Final (1)

He would rather bear the burden alone than let her know the truth.

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Qiao Lian had no idea when she fell asleep. When she awoke, the skies were lit by the morning sun.

She looked at the time. 7 a.m.

By the time she got out of bed, washed up and got everything ready, Xia Yehua was already in the dining room having breakfast.

Qiao Lian walked over to her. Xia Yehua reached for her hand. "You guys must have been awfully busy, I haven't seen neither of you all day."

Smiling reassuringly, Qiao Lian said, "I have nothing planned for today, I'll keep you company."

Xia Yehua nodded.

Qiao Lian thought for a bit and finally decided to ask, "Mom, are you visiting Yuanxi again today?"

The mention of Song Yuanxi caused Xia Yehua to feel a complex mix of emotions.

She had watched the girl grow up and treated the girl like her own daughter.