Chapter 24

Terence's words made Hailey perk up, and she started following him around again. Kelly was happy to see them make up, but the feeling faded when she saw the mocking look in Terence's eyes once Hailey's back was turned. She could guess what he was doing but didn't intend to give Hailey a heads-up. Once the last of their suitcases was thrown into the trunk, they made their way home. Hailey couldn't stop smiling, evidently in a good mood—perhaps it was because she saw hope in winning Terence's heart again. Even when he broke free of her grasp, she was unfazed. Harold and Nora waited for them at Rainer Manor's entrance. They saw how Hailey bustled to and fro around Terence, unable to conceal the enthusiasm in her gaze. A trace of pity flashed in their eyes, but they didn't say anything. Since the trio had survived a disaster, Harold and Nora threw a mini celebration for them. When they saw how tired Terence and Hailey looked, they didn't make them stay for long. Soon, the couple returne