Find Me In Your Labyrinth
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Chapter 6 Unexpected Lunch Date: A Twist of Fate img
Chapter 7 Unexpected Reunion and Unlikely Allies img
Chapter 8 Tutoring Trouble: The Lamont Family Saga img
Chapter 9 The Designer's Dilemma: A Rich Wife's Request img
Chapter 10 Uncle's Guidance and Unwanted Confessions: Estelle's Love Dilemma img
Chapter 11 Seducing a Billionaire: The Lamont Affair img
Chapter 12 Campus Queens and Family Secrets img
Chapter 13 Bullseye of Love img
Chapter 14 Much Expectations and Troublesome Encounter img
Chapter 15 The Charismatic Encounter img
Chapter 16 Playing the Hero img
Chapter 17 Unexpected Alliances img
Chapter 18 Secrets Unveiled img
Chapter 19 Confrontation in the Club img
Chapter 20 Revelations of Family Bonds img
Chapter 21 A Startling Revelation img
Chapter 22 Unmasking Deceptions img
Chapter 23 Unexpected Alliances and Lingering Doubts img
Chapter 24 Unexpected Allies img
Chapter 25 A Risky Proposition img
Chapter 26 Unveiling More Secrets img
Chapter 27 Unexpected Confessions img
Chapter 28 Secrets and Surprises: Unspoken Desires img
Chapter 29 Whispers of Deception img
Chapter 30 Unexpected Invitation img
Chapter 31 Water Fight of Hearts img
Chapter 32 A Chance Encounter and a Playful Tease img
Chapter 33 Fishing for Hearts img
Chapter 34 Lost in Sweet Memories img
Chapter 35 Desperate Choices img
Chapter 36 A Risky Proposition: Love's Gamble img
Chapter 37 Unsung Heroine's Sacrifice img
Chapter 38 Into the Abyss of Desire img
Chapter 39 Unexpected Encounter img
Chapter 40 Heated Passions in the Shadows img
Chapter 41 Whispers in the Night: Surrendering to Desire img
Chapter 42 Desires Unveiled img
Chapter 43 A Daring Offer img
Chapter 44 Surprising Turns of Events img
Chapter 45 A Heartfelt Departure: Unforeseen Goodbyes img
Chapter 46 Farewell Hugs and Fresh Starts img
Chapter 47 Secrets and Surprises at the Royal Mansion img
Chapter 48 Unspoken Desires img
Chapter 49 Jewels and Whispers of Romance img
Chapter 50 Unexpected Reunion: Sparkling Secrets and Shimmering Friendships img
Chapter 51 Unraveling Secrets img
Chapter 52 Uncovering Hidden Family Secrets img
Chapter 53 A Night of Surprises and Secret Agendas img
Chapter 54 A Night of Sweet Surprises and Irresistible Charms img
Chapter 55 Fateful Meetings and Unvoiced Passions img
Chapter 56 Intoxicating Desires: Seductive Passions img
Chapter 57 Midnight Seductive Desires img
Chapter 58 Unsettled Emotions Over Lunch img
Chapter 59 Silent Passions img
Chapter 60 Heated Tensions and Cold Stares at Midnight Bar img
Chapter 61 Unexpected Desires in the Night's Embrace img
Chapter 62 Midnight Confessions and Reunion img
Chapter 63 Torn Between Desires: The Tempting Invitation img
Chapter 64 Unearthing Truths and Hidden Realities img
Chapter 65 Sabina's Arrival: A Sensational Entrance img
Chapter 66 Envy at the Dinner Table: Unveiling Hidden Desires and Rivalry img
Chapter 67 Whispers of Fate img
Chapter 68 A Surprising Arrangement img
Chapter 69 Love Amidst Envy, Elegance and Desire img
Chapter 70 Unforeseen Alliances and Hidden Enmity img
Chapter 71 The Accusation Unraveled img
Chapter 72 Revealing Truths: Unraveling the Secrets of Romance img
Chapter 73 Intimate Moments in Elegance img
Chapter 74 Secret Longings and Desires img
Chapter 75 Manley's Daring Declaration: Estelle is His img
Chapter 76 A Blaze of Desire img
Chapter 77 Intimacy img
Chapter 78 A Taste of Love and Fright img
Chapter 79 Late-Night Confessions and Morning Smiles img
Chapter 80 Deceptive Desires: Secrets, Seduction, and Sibling Strife img
Chapter 81 Unmasking the Tangle of Deceit img
Chapter 82 A Desperate Plea for Redemption img
Chapter 83 The Plea for Sallie img
Chapter 84 He Offered His Help img
Chapter 85 A Gratitude Ignited img
Chapter 86 A Test of Love and Trust img
Chapter 87 Sudden Kisses and Unvoiced Longing img
Chapter 88 Hearts Clash at Lunchtime img
Chapter 89 Bitter Sweet Desires img
Chapter 90 Secrets unravelling: A Chance Encounter with Nicolas img
Chapter 91 Sweet Memories and Softer Kisses img
Chapter 92 Whispers of Love and Betrayal img
Chapter 93 Heartbreak: A Hospital Bedside Breakup img
Chapter 94 A Chance Meeting Ignites a Heated Exchange img
Chapter 95 Surprising Connections and Unwelcome Admirers img
Chapter 96 Twisted Deception of Love img
Chapter 97 A Surprise Entrance img
Chapter 98 Sisterly Standoff: The Clash of Sisters img
Chapter 99 Love's Struggle: A Battle of Hearts and Fortunes img
Chapter 100 Nocturnal Tenderness img
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Chapter 5 The Rainy Birthday and the Mysterious Stranger

The woman rushed over, and the flowers in her hand hit Estelle directly. She pushed her back violently and pulled Carmella into her arms.

Simone Kaiser anxiously checked Carmella, 'Are you hurt? Are you bleeding? Where does it hurt?"

With dewy petals scattered all over the floor, the thorns on the flowers pricked Estelle's neck, causing a slight sting She looked at the woman's anxious expression and was stunned for a moment.

Bennett quickly came over and asked Estelle, "Are you okay?"

Simone suddenly turned around, staring at Estelle with a fierce look, "What are you trying to do? Kill Carmella?" Estelle was shocked by the disgust and hatred in the woman's eyes.

Carmella glanced at Estelle and hurriedly grabbed Simone's wrist. "Mom, you misunderstand. I asked my sister to help me trim my hair. She didn't hurt me."

"Oh, I see!" Bennett laughed and scolded Simone, "You're always so impulsive. You get angry without figuring things out. Look at Estelle's clothes, you've messed them up."

Simone, knowing she had wronged Estelle, looked embarra*sed and defended herself, "I just saw Estelle holding scissors to Carmella's neck. How was I supposed to know she was cutting hair?"

"Enough!" Bennett shot Simone a look and turned to Carmella, "Take your sister to change her clothes; she looks all dirty now."

"Sister, come with me!"

Carmella tried to hold her hand, but Estelle subtly avoided her, her fingers brushing off the petals on her shoulder.

As they entered the bedroom on the second floor, Carmella apologized guiltily, "I'm so sorry, sis. I didn't expect mom to come home at this time and get you hurt."

"It's not your fault!" Estelle's innocent face showed a faint smile.

Carmella fetched a white T-shirt from the wardrobe and put it on the sofa. "This one is new and I have never worn it before. Try it on, sister, I'll wait for you downstairs.

"Okay."

After Carmella closed the door, Estelle looked at the shirt on the sofa, her expression dulling. What a coincidence-one wanting a haircut and the other just happening to come home!

After putting on the new shirt, Estelle walked down the hallway, and a door that wasn't closed tightly let out Bennett's voice, "How could you hit Estelle with flowers? That was too much!"

Estelle slowed her pace.

Simone was still unconvinced. "How could I have known she was cutting hair? She was holding scissors horizontally to Carmella's neck. I was completely freaked out!"

Bennett sighed, "Don't you think the way you've been treating Estelle is wrong? Don't forget that Estelle is our biological daughter!"

Simone argued, "I know. When she returned home three years ago, I wanted to make up for it, but she insisted on moving out. How could I make up for it?"

"Have you tried to keep her from moving out?" Bennett asked. "I know you love Carmella, but Estelle was taken. away at birth and suffered so much outside. Can't you treat her more kindly?"

Simone's voice was helpless, "I want to treat Estelle better, but for twenty years, I've loved and pampered

Carmella as my own. It is not something that I can change overnight. Plus, Carmella is so talented-plano, painting, violin-she excels at everything, so sensible and smart. Well, Estelle, she has nothing to show for herself; I just can't bring myself to like her

"How could you say that about your own daughter?"

"At least I'm not saying that in front of her, am 17′ Simone complained, "You're also to blame for inviting her here. Her presence has ruined a perfectly good birthday party!"

Darkness clouded Estelle's eyes, and she didn't bother to listen further. She took the light gray jewelry box out of her bag and put it on the outdoor flower stand, then walked downstairs.

Carmella was holding a ragdoll cat downstairs. Seeing Estelle, she immediately asked with a smile, "Does the shirt fit, sis?"

"It's perfect, thank you!" Estelle replied politely.

"Why are you being so polite? We're sisters!" Carmella smiled innocently.

Estelle smiled faintly, "I just got a call, there's something that I need to take care of back at school. So I have to go, please tell Dad for me."

"You're leaving so soon? We haven't even had cake yet!" Carmella showed a disappointment expression.

"Please apologize to Mom for me, I didn't mean to ruin her birthday," Estelle said and headed for the door. Rain was falling outside, lightly pattering, making the ground completely wet.

Carmella turned to Addy. "Where's Calvin? Ask him to drive my sister."

Addy run over, quickly glanced at the rain and sighed, "Oh dear, what a pity! Mr. Calvin just left to pick up the birthday cake, and he hasn't returned yet."

"It's fine. Can you please get me an umbrella, Addy?" Estelle asked.

"Okay, sure!" Addy turned and quickly returned with an umbrella, handing it to Estelle, and not forgetting to remind her, "This umbrella costs thousands, please take good care of it, miss."

With a hint of mockery in her eyes, Estelle maintained her composure, opened the umbrella, and ventured into the drizzle.

As soon as Estelle left the house, Carmella saw Calvin holding an umbrella, walking towards the yard.

Addy looked embarrassed. "Oh, Mr. Calvin returned half an hour ago; letting our young lady walk alone in this rain is so thoughtless of me."

Carmella hugged the cat, her smile gentle and harmless. "Maybe you've been working too hard lately I'll find a chance to talk to my mom about giving you a raise."

Addy instantly beamed, looking grateful. "Thank you, Miss, I'll do whatever you say from now on."

Carmella turned and went upstairs, instantly saw the jewelry box on the flower stand, and picked it up. Before she could open it, Bennett and Simone came out.

Knowing Estelle had left, Simone felt relieved.

Bennett didn't want to argue with Simone on her birthday, so he changed the subject, looking at the jewelry box. in Carmella's hand and laughing. "Is that for your mom?"

Simone took the gift with a smile, opened it and was momentarily stunned, then her face lit up with surprise. "The new release from GK Jewelry studio! It's still in the promotion phase, I heard there's only one set of each design, and they're pretty hard to get your hands on. Carmella, did you buy this as a birthday present for mom?" A hint of astonishment flashed in Carmella's eyes, but she simply smiled and didn't deny it. "As long as mom likes it!"

"My sweet little girl!" Simone was moved to hug Carmella, and any guilt she had for hitting Estelle instantly vanished

Meanwhile, Estelle had left the Macclain family and was walking back along the road. This was a villa area with no buses, and even cabs were rare

The rain hit the umbrella, the sound was clear and chaotic

Estelle walked at a steady pace, stepping in the puddles. The chilly spring rain mirrored her current mood

As cars pa*sed by on the road, in one of them, a Bentley, was a girl in the passenger seat who suddenly looked out of the window and said to the man in the backseat, 'Uncle, I see a classmate of mine. There are no buses here, can we give her a lift?"

Jonathan looked at the documents in his hand, his handsome face indifferent, and gave a slight nod

Norah Lamont instructed the driver to reverse, rolled down the window, and called out to Estelle, "Estelle, get in!"

Estelle was taken aback, "Norah?"

The two were in the same department but they weren't exactly close.

Norah gave a charming smile, "Come on, get in and we'll talk."

"Thank you!" Estelle expressed her gratitude, opened the car door, closed her umbrella, and got in. Out of the corner of her eye, she saw someone sitting next to her, turned her head to have a look, and was instantly caught off guard.

                         

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