Chapter 1298 Inside Line
Cecilia frowned and said, "I already can't let Daryl be a father, do I have to make him lose his mom too? Even though I can't stand what your mom's doing, I know she's doing it for Daryl. I don't want him to lose everything just to be with me."
Elijah looked at Cecilia and said, "Daryl made the right choice; you deserve his love. Fine, I promise I won't tell him about this. But you have to promise me you won't agree to my mom's proposal, or Daryl won't be able to handle it!"
Cecilia hesitated but eventually nodded. "Alright."
Then, she glanced at the delicate flowers in the greenhouse and said, "Elijah, I'd like to be alone here for a while."
This greenhouse was usually empty, and staying here too long with Elijah might cause gossip, so she quickly wanted to send Elijah away.
Elijah responded, "Okay, I have some photos to develop. Cecilia, take care."
Cecilia smiled faintly.
Elijah smiled back and then left the greenhouse.
After Elijah left, Cecilia sat in front of the orchids, her eyes blankly staring at the blooming flowers, her thoughts wandering far away.
The next afternoon, a guest arrived at the house.
Skylar walked into the villa wearing a cream-colored dress.
Cecilia saw Skylar walking along the cobblestone path from the second-floor window and frowned.
Skylar was Azalea's goddaughter, and Cecilia had no right to interfere with her visit, so she chose not to go downstairs.
However, from Skylar's expression, Cecilia could tell she had never given up on Daryl, and Azalea likely still hoped Skylar would become Daryl's wife.
Cecilia couldn't help but smile bitterly. Azalea inviting Skylar over was probably a challenge to her, trying to make her give up. Cecilia knew living in the Fields family would be tough, but she didn't want to leave, not because of the family's wealth, but because of the person she loved.
When Skylar entered the living room, the butler Finn greeted her personally, "Ms. Tate, Mrs. Azalea Fields is praying and will be out shortly."
"I'll wait here," Skylar said with a smile, familiar with the place.
Finn smiled, "Ms. Tate, please have some coffee while I check on Mrs. Azalea Fields."
"Thank you," Skylar replied with a slight smile.
After the butler left, a young maid placed a cup of tea in front of Skylar and looked at her, saying, "Miss Tate, please enjoy your tea."
As she spoke, the maid discreetly placed an envelope on Skylar's lap.
Skylar understood and smiled, "Thank you."
After Skylar put the envelope away, the maid exchanged a glance with her and left the living room with the tray.
Soon, Azalea came out of her room.
"Skylar, I missed you these past few days," Azalea said with a smile.
Skylar quickly stood up and replied, "Godmother, I missed you too, but I didn't want to bother you by coming over too often!"
"What are you talking about? I love having you here to chat with me!" Azalea laughed.
After some small talk, Azalea suddenly smiled and said, "Skylar, why don't you come shopping with me? I saw a bag last time, and I want your opinion."
"Sure," Skylar immediately understood that Azalea had something to discuss and it was inconvenient to talk at home.
Skylar then accompanied Azalea as they left in the car.
"Godmother, which store did you see the bag at?" Skylar asked with a smile in the car.
Azalea's face turned serious, "I don't care about any bag. I'm so annoyed at home, I just wanted to get out and have you keep me company."
Skylar tentatively asked, "Godmother, did Cecilia upset you again?"
"Who else? That awful woman, I can't compete with her. No wonder she has Daryl wrapped around her finger!" Azalea complained.
Skylar said, "Godmother, didn't you say you wanted to make her give up? Is it not going well?"
"Don't mention it. I've been dealing with her for a month, tried everything, but she won't budge, just pretends to be clueless. A few days ago, I couldn't keep up the act anymore and confronted her directly!" Azalea said.
"Confronted her? Did you two have a falling out?" Skylar asked, frowning.
"Not exactly. I have to leave Daryl some dignity. But I told her everything I wanted to say, and now she's considering whether to leave Daryl," Azalea replied.
Skylar laughed, "Godmother, I think she's not really considering it, just stalling for time."
Azalea thought for a moment, her eyes flashing. "You're right, she wouldn't let go. She's just buying time."
"Godmother, I didn't expect Cecilia to be so cunning at her age. No wonder she has Daryl under her control. But don't worry, with you here, any scheme she has won't succeed," Skylar flattered Azalea.
"I'm out of ideas. I can't abandon my son because of that awful woman," Azalea said irritably.
Skylar comforted her, "Godmother, if she's stalling, you can take your time too. She can't do much, so keeping her around a bit longer won't hurt."
Azalea nodded, "You're right, I'll deal with her slowly. Since we're out, let's go shopping to clear my mind."
"Sure," Skylar agreed happily.
Skylar accompanied Azalea into a high-end shoe and bag store. Azalea sat down to try on shoes, and Skylar said, "Godmother, I'll go to the restroom."
"Alright," Azalea nodded.
Skylar took her bag and went into the restroom. After closing the door, she eagerly took out the brown envelope the maid had given her at the Fields family.
The maid was someone Skylar had arranged to work in the Fields family, collecting information on everyone, especially Cecilia.
Skylar opened the envelope and her eyes widened in surprise at what she saw inside!
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