Chapter 235 The truth

Carmen looked at Annie's ashen face. "Annie, you don't look well." She stepped forward, as if her concern were genuine. "I only came to see Grandma. I didn't expect to frighten you and Grandma. I'm really sorry." Her voice was soft and innocent, as though she truly were just a clueless younger sister. "Dad and Mom arranged a place for me in Jynston. I just moved in, so I'll be coming by often to see you and Grandma." She paused, as if remembering something. "It's getting late. I'll go now, so I won't disturb your rest." After she finished speaking, Carmen turned and left the Steward residence with graceful, unhurried poise. The living room door closed gently behind her. Annie remained frozen where she stood. From childhood to now, across two lifetimes, she had barely known her parents at all. They were always busy. Busy starting businesses, busy travelling for work, busy handling deals she never understood. Even in her previous life, when she married Sean, the moment she beli