Chapter 287

Craig had always been drawn to girls like Heather, who was serene and pure.

"Hattie…" he thought.

Suddenly, Craig noticed a familiar figure in the distance. At first, he thought his eyes were deceiving him, but when he realized it was Heather, he ignored Evelyn and hurried toward her.

"Hattie!"

Craig grabbed her arm, his eyes filled with concern as he scanned her face. "What are you doing here? Are you feeling better now?"

During the days Heather had been unwell, Ivy had called him repeatedly, berating him for what had happened. Craig was fully aware of Heather's condition. But now, seeing her clear, bright eyes, fully alert, he knew she had recovered.

Relief and guilt were evident in his voice as he spoke. "Hattie, I'm so sorry. I had no idea Jay would kidnap you."

"Where's Selena?" Heather's voice was calm.

"Why are you looking for her?" Craig was taken aback at her question, a sense of unease creeping in.

They had never been close, so why was she suddenly seeking S