My Flash Romance With the Richest Mogul novel Chapter 2014

Vivian's expression shifted dramatically upon hearing the news. She shot to her feet, ready to leave.

Yet, as she reached the door, she paused. Impulsiveness wouldn't help. The Atkinson family was in utter chaos. If she rushed out now, she could make things worse for Manfred. And even if she did go, there wasn't much she could do to help.

What she could do was ensure she wasn't a burden to him. She had to trust that Manfred would handle things.

Vivian returned to her seat, restless and filled with anxiety.

The waiting was torture. Without realizing it, she took several more sips of water.

Just then, a faint voice interrupted her thoughts.

"Vivian."

The voice was unmistakably Skylar's.

"Mom?"

It was the only thing she heard. There was no other sound after that.

She couldn't help but let out a bitter smile. "It must have been my imagination. I must be missing Mom and Dad too much. They're surely safe at home now, waiting for me. Mom, Dad, don't worry. I'll take care of myself. I'll find a way back to you."

…

Skylar sat at her vanity, applying light makeup for a meeting with a friend.

Before leaving, she glanced at the copper mirror in front of her.

She smiled gently. "Vivian, we are waiting for you to come back."

Then, she left the bedroom.

Joe had plans to play golf with Jeremy and the others. They were scheduled to meet in an hour, so he had time to drive Skylar to the restaurant.

As they got into the car, Joe turned to her and asked, "Does Aiken know that Wendy and her son are back?"