Chapter 18 The Impostor Stirs Trouble

Nancy's body pressed tightly against Gideon's firm chest. In that instant, the sound of a pounding heartbeat rang in her ears. "Nance?" Nancy snapped back to reality and hurriedly looked at her phone. Only then did she realize her call with Ian had connected. Glancing at Gideon, Nancy felt her heart pound with guilt. "Hey, Dad. What's up?" "Just checking in on you. How are things with the Lidells?" Ian's tone was stern yet laced with concern. Nancy hesitated for a moment. Just as she was about to answer, Ian remarked gently, "It's best if you can get along with the Lidells. After all, they're your biological family." Ian was afraid that Nancy would get along with the Lidells. At the same time, he couldn't bring himself to talk about it in case he learned something that would hurt his and Freya's feelings. On the outside, Ian looked strict, but he always treated Nancy kindly. Nancy's eyes grew red. "Dad, I miss you guys." "What's wrong? Are they treating you badly?" Nancy didn