Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
Upon hearing this, Gina was momentarily taken aback. She took a moment to absorb the information before quickly catching on. “You mean the one who was eager to marry your ex- husband?”
“That’s her.”
Mia lowered her gaze. “However, my relationship with Timothy also came to an abrupt end.”
Nevertheless, there lingered an unanswered question in Mia’s mind. Why did Timothy call off his engagement with Maya?
Wasn’t he apprehensive that Maya’s brother would object to performing Laura’s surgery due to this?
Mia had questioned Timothy about it in the hospital, but their conversation was cut short by the sudden arrival of her brothers, leaving her without an answer.
“Mia, although you handled that situation gracefully just now, aren’t you concerned about. offending these two women and potentially facing repercussions in the future?
“I’m genuinely worried about your predicament. Dealing with elite families is no small matter.” Gina expressed her concern.
“Gigi, even if I chose to remain passive, trouble would still find its way to me.
“Besides, I have plans to reside in Nord City after my graduation. In the future, I’ll have no ties to the Barrett family.”
Mia had arranged to depart from Bern City to Nord City upon completing her credits, making sure it matched the time when her growing belly would be difficult to conceal.
Her intention was to give birth in Nord City, a decision made to ensure the secure protection of her child’s existence.
Upon sharing her plans, Gina embraced her. “Mia, it’s wonderful that you’ll be back in Nord City with your family. I’ll make sure to visit you there in the future.”
“Absolutely, you’re welcome anytime.”
Mia briefly contemplated disclosing her pregnancy but ultimately decided to keep it to herself. She planned to broach the topic after her child was born.
As she sat with Gina, Mia found herself lost in thought, preoccupied with concerns about Laura’s surgery.
Several hours later, the scholarship foundation establishment ceremony came to a close.
Maya, acting as the representative, delivered a speech, drawing a crowd of people who showered her with flattery.
Mia didn’t linger. Instead, she turned around and exited the auditorium alongside Gina.
After all, she had attended the event solely to meet the participation requirement for her sociology credits.
“Mia, wait!”
Shelly quickly caught up, her tone condescending as she remarked, “Why are you leaving so soon? We’re about to head out for a meal with the university officials. Why don’t you join us?”
“Sorry, I’m tied up.” Mia stated.
She wasn’t keen on joining the group for a meal and socializing. After all, she was now expecting.
“Mia, this is a crucial project for our college. Aren’t you concerned at all?” Shelly inquired.
“Well, it’s none of my business,” Mia responded bluntly, displaying an indifferent expression.
Shelly found herself at a loss for words. It seemed as though Mia had undergone a complete transformation. She now held no strings that others could use to pull her in.
Gritting her teeth, Shelly remarked, “Mia, don’t let pride get the best of you.”
“Well, it does amuse me to see the frustration on your faces when you can’t tolerate me, yet you’re powerless to do anything about it. Farewell!” Mia declared with a smirk before casually walking away.
Upon hearing this, Shelly became furious.
She turned to Maya, exclaiming. “That bitch just walked out on us. Dealing with Mia is becoming more challenging. What’s fueling her arrogance? She completely dismissed both of us.”
Maya’s expression darkened. She understood the source of Mia’s newfound arrogance¨Cit stemmed from Mia’s romantic involvement with both Connor and Linden.
Maya had underestimated Mia’s allure, but she had a plan to handle her.
After giving it some thought, Maya promptly dialed a number. “Hello, Mr. Skimmer, it’s Maya. I’ve heard about Vista Properties¡® plans to demolish and develop a piece of land in Bern City.
“I’m eager to gain some hands¨Con experience. Would it be possible for me to visit the branch office and observe the process?”
On the other end of the phone, Randy responded promptly. “Certainly, Ms. Lane. Feel free to visit the company at your convenience to inspect and experience our work culture.”
“In that case, I’ll appreciate everyone’s hospitality for the next few days.”
After ending the call, Maya spoke with determination, “I won’t allow Mia to continue being so arrogant.”
With a triumphant expression, Shelly chimed in, “Maya, this is the perfect opportunity to teach Mia a lesson. If the demolition project falls through, she’ll surely come begging on her knees.”
Maya displayed a hint of disdain. Did Mia, someone from a lower social class, truly believe she could compete with her?
Meanwhile, Mia returned home and was surprised to find her three older brothers sitting on the couch, all eyeing her.
Mia hesitated for a moment before asking, “Claude, Jason, Liam, what brings you all here?”
Liam was the first to speak, “Well, Mia, I’ve got some exciting news. I just won a million dollars in the lottery.”
“Are you serious?”
Mia was momentarily taken aback, never expecting a stroke of luck like winning the lottery in her own family. She flashed a warm smile and said, “Congratulations, Liam.”
Liam downplayed it, saying, “It’s not a big deal. I invested that sum in Linden’s entertainment company, and conveniently, the company is on the verge of going public. I might as well consider myself a wealthy person now.”
He rubbed his nose and added, “Meanwhile, Jason has ventured into his own business, and it’s raking in a decent amount of money.”
Claude continued, “Mia, I’ve also established multiple piano education institutions in Nord City.. The venture has evolved into a franchised business, and as a result, I’ve achieved financial independence.”
Upon hearing the news of her brothers¡® newfound wealth, Mia blinked and teased, “Damn, I’m suddenly feeling a bit envious.
“Why does it seem like everyone’s striking it rich, and I’m the only one left out? Nevertheless. I genuinely feel happy for you guys!”
Liam affectionately patted her head, saying, “Mia, going forward, you won’t have to worry about money. Come back to Nord City with us and enjoy a carefree life as a wealthy young lady.”
After the kidnapping incident, Liam noticed that Mia had become overly cautious in her approach to life.
No longer willing to maintain pretenses, he resolved to be a steadfast pillar of support for Mia.
After consulting with Jason and Claude, Liam and his brothers unanimously decided to shed their facade of poverty.
It was time to establish themselves as Mia’s reliable support.
Claude nodded in agreement with Jason, expressing. “Mia, your brothers and I are now financially secure. Nathan’s company has also secured a listing on the stock market.
“With these positive developments, our family is no longer short of funds. In the future, you can purchase whatever you desire without worrying about financial constraints.”
Mia was momentarily moved and found herself at a loss for words. “Then I need to work even harder. In the future, I aspire to become a renowned designer and not be a burden to you all.”
Hearing these heartfelt words, Liam’s eyes welled up with tears. Initially, they had hoped Mia would rely on them, but her dedication and ambition caught them by surprise.
It was deeply touching. How could Mia be so hardworking and endearing?
As evening fell, Dominic, Nathan, and Connor returned home, and Mia personally prepared a celebratory meal for her brothers.
Lifting her cup, Mia joyfully declared, “Today, I raise a toast to my brothers with a cup of tea instead of wine, wishing everyone a swift and prosperous journey to success. Cheers!”
Although Dominic felt a bit irked by his younger brothers taking matters into their own hands.
witnessing Mia’s happiness made him question whether keeping his identity hidden was the right decision.
Holding Mia’s hand, Eva advised, “Mia, leave the pursuit of wealth to your brothers. Like me, you should embrace the comforts of home and indulge in a bit of shopping for yourself.
“There’s no need for you to toil so hard. After all, you’re the cherished princess of our family.”
Dominic quickly nodded in agreement. “Exactly, Mia. Once you come back with us to Nord City, you won’t need to work so hard anymore.”
Just then, Liam passed a bank card directly to Mia, saying, “Mia, there’s some money in the account. Use it to pay off your mortgage. I have more than enough funds at the moment.”
The rest of the Lane brothers followed suit, presenting her with bank cards one after another. Mia, consider this as a heartfelt gesture from us. Please accept it,” they conveyed.
Staring at the six bank cards, Mia found herself at a loss for words. After a moment of contemplation, she graciously accepted them all, saying. “Alright, I won’t hold back then.”
Understanding that her brothers were attempting to make amends, Mia realized that turning down their gestures could potentially hurt their feelings.
In truth, Mia had overcome the grievances of the past. She had fully embraced the reality of having her brothers in her life.
As Mia prepared for rest after her nightly routine, she took out the six bank cards.
Reflecting on Maya’s earlier boast about having brothers, Mia snapped a photo and shared it on her social media with the caption: ¡®The ultimate goal in life: Invest a little more effort today, and become a prosperous woman tomorrow¡®.
A subtle smirk played on Mia’s lips. Now, she too had brothers supporting and pampering her.
Meanwhile, Timothy had just wrapped up a meeting. Upon checking his Instagram, he received a notification about Mia’s recent post.
Timothy hesitated for a moment but couldn’t resist his curiosity. He clicked on her profile and scrolled down to the post.
As he read Mia’s caption, Timothy’s face paled. Since when did Mia’s values become so skewed?