Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 809

Chapter 809: Heart

After hearing what Belle was planning, Penny could say that Zoren was right. He might not have said much about Belle, but according to him, Belle wasn’t a difficult person. However, she wasn’t easy either. Belle knew how to bite back, and perhaps, if it weren’t for the family she was building with her husband, she would’ve done so long ago.

"It’s okay, Penny, you don’t have to walk me out." Belle stopped in front of the door, facing Penny. "You’ve already done so much for me, even though we’ve known each other for less than twenty-four hours."

If Belle could ask, she would’ve asked Penny how she could be so kind to her when they were still strangers.

Penny smiled. "We haven’t known each other for twenty-four hours? That’s wild, because I feel like I’ve known you for a lifetime."

"Penny..." Belle smiled appreciatively, reaching out to hold Penny’s hand. "Thank you. For some reason, I also felt very comfortable with you. It’s like I’ve known you for a long time."

"I called for Yugi, and he’ll escort you home," said Penny, holding the hand that was on hers. "Since the transfer hasn’t been made and I’m asking you to hold it for a little while, you’ll need security."

"It’s fine..." Belle trailed off when Penny shook her head slightly.

Penny nodded at her. "Although you’re practically giving your shares to me, it’s the least I can do. Moreover, I’ll be sending someone to look into your husband’s case."

"Penny, about that, it’s alright. I already have a lawyer, and my husband has proof to back his innocence."

"I’m not talking about that, Sister Belle." The side of Penny’s mouth stretched. "Since you are family — whatever the Pierson Family says, that you’re not anymore — you still are. And I never let anyone bully the people I call family."

A reassuring smile settled on Penny’s face. "We can’t always be on the defensive, right?"

"Penny..."

"Just take it as my payment for the shares," Penny added. "To be honest, I don’t like owing someone. So, let me do this at least."

"Alright." Belle sighed in surrender, nodding at Penny in understanding. "Thank you, Penny. Really, thank you."

"You’re welcome." Penny smiled gracefully, tapping Belle’s hand lightly before giving it back to her. However, just as Belle pulled her hand back, Penny noticed the heart-shaped birthmark on the side of Belle’s hand.

Huh?

Out of instinct, Penny grabbed Belle’s hand again to look at the birthmark.

"Hmm?" Belle furrowed her brows in surprise. "Penny?"

Belle’s eyes slowly fell on what Penny was looking at before she smiled. "It’s quite unique, isn’t it?"

"..." Penny kept her eyes on the heart-shaped birthmark before lifting her gaze to meet Belle’s beautiful eyes. "Has it always been there?"

"Yes, that’s why it’s a birthmark," Belle chuckled. "People always mistake it for a tattoo, but it’s a birthmark. My mom always told me it was pretty, and that I was born with good fortune. But now, I’m grateful I have it because it helps my mom remember her daughter."

Penny carefully released Belle’s hand while the latter retrieved her hand. Belle flashed Penny a smile, thanking her once more and expressing her appreciation. However, unlike earlier, Penny could only stare at Belle, forcing herself to stay focused.

"You’re welcome," Penny blurted out as she reached for the door. As soon as she opened it, Yugi was already standing outside with a smile. "Yugi, look after her."

Yugi smiled and cast Belle a look. "She doesn’t mean that I should look after you myself, as I have other things to do, but rather, I’ll monitor the people who will handle your security." _{freewebnσvel.cøm}

[FLASHBACK: CAPITAL STATE PRISON]