The Truth
Victoria wept. “That’s why we reacted the way we did. Not just because of the scandal, but because if you are who we believe you are, then you and Liam are blood relatives.”
Tears streamed down my face. “My grandmother wasn’t a thief. She was a woman who was betrayed and cast aside.”
Victoria whispered, “She was.”
I turned to Liam. “I love you.”
“I love you too,” he said, pale and shaken.
We knew a DNA test would be the next step, but deep down, the truth was already clear. I had lost the love of my life, yet I had gained something more powerful: the truth about my family, and the courage to build a life free from secrets.
That night, I walked away from the estate alone. Heartbroken, yes—but grateful that Nana had kept the brooch, whatever her reasons.
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