Chapter 484

Eleanor rubbed her temples, a shadow of melancholy in her eyes. Until now, she had remained unaware of the depths of Susan’s past. On Pear Blossom Island, she had tried to broach the subject, but Susan always deflected, evading any discussion of her history. Eleanor, respecting her privacy, never pressed her for details. Instead, she had merely tried to lighten her spirits in the small ways she could. Now, hearing it all from Simon, Eleanor finally understood. Susan’s life had been harsh, riddled with injustice and pain. The weight of those experiences would have been unbearable for anyone. With the children in tow, Eleanor settled into the plush leather seats of the luxurious Maybach. Simon, in the driver’s seat, started the engine with practised ease. The car roared to life and glided smoothly onto the road, heading towards their destination. Eleanor gazed out of the window, her mind adrift as the cityscape of Chicago unfolded before her. The two children, safely strapped into their