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52 The Woman in the Photo
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Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 53 Is She My Mother?
Layson Norman emerged from the bathroom after his shower, his hair still damp, and droplets of water glistening on his forehead. He rubbed a towel through his hair absentmindedly as he stepped into the living room. Ralph was still sitting on the couch, and Layson couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow.“You’re still up?” Layson asked, a bit surprised. It was late, and most children would be ushered off to bed, especially if they had to go to kindergarten the next day. But Ralph was different. He hadn’t gone to kindergarten since he was four. At three, Layson had tried to send him, but Ralph had found it boring—he thought the other kids were too childish. He begged Layson not to make him go, and after seeing how miserable Ralph was, Layson had relented.At first, Layson had refused, but after noticing Ralph’s constant sulking, he sat down to ask why. Ralph explained that the kids were noisy, the teachers were dull, and he felt he could learn more on his own by reading books. Layson, recogn
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On the dimly lit runway, models strutted down wearing the latest designs from this season's Fashion Week. Adorned with exquisite and glamorous jewelry, they showcased the pieces to the audience, all in rhythm with the music. Adela sat in the audience, her eyes fixed on each model as they walked by. This was the closest she could get to the world of fashion, where she could see the most popular trends up close.Adela was a jewelry designer. She was responsible for designing the accessories for one of the themes in the fashion show, which was why she was attending Fashion Week. This was also her first time attending such a large event under her own name after five years of hard work. Watching her creations on display, Adela felt a sense of pride and fulfillment, knowing that she hadn’t wasted the effort she had put in over the past five years.“Adela, your designs are amazing!”A girl sitting next to Adela spoke, her face beaming with praise. She was Adela's classmate, and the two of th
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Layson Norman handed a file to Liam Walton across the desk, nodding toward it with a slight, almost mysterious gesture. Liam raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit curious, and opened the file.“What’s this?” Liam asked, flipping through the pages.Inside, it was all Adela’s academic records from her time in England, every detail meticulously documented, even her exam results. Liam took his time reading each page, impressed by the solid performance and glowing grades. He felt a deep sense of pride for Adela.“Adela’s almost finished her studies in England. She’s graduating in a couple of months,” Layson said, his tone casual yet purposeful. He was letting Liam know that Adela was at a crossroads—she could either return home or stay in England. It was up to her now. Liam’s expression shifted, his brows furrowing as he processed the information.“Her career in England is going well. She’s made a name for herself and has already met some well-known designers,” Layson continued. He wasn’t just
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The spring weather in England was still a bit chilly, with the sun's light struggling to break through the clouds. Adela had returned to her school today to handle her graduation formalities. It felt surreal—five years had passed since she first came to England. Walking down the street, Adela couldn’t help but reflect on how quickly time had flown by.“Hey, Adela!”Suddenly, she heard someone call her name from behind. She turned around and saw her mentor, Vivian. Adela paused and waited for Vivian to catch up.“Vivian, hello!”As Vivian walked up, the two of them continued walking side by side. Vivian glanced at the documents Adela was holding and quickly guessed why she was at the school today.“Are you here to handle your graduation formalities?”Adela nodded, shaking the papers in her hand. “Yes.”Vivian smiled at her and, with a hint of excitement in her voice, asked, “So, where are you going next? Eric’s company is offering you a position, you know.”Adela chuckled softly. Vivia
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Outside the door, Marah heard every word of the conversation inside. Her hands clenched tightly together, a deep sense of resentment bubbling up inside her. She had always believed that whatever she wanted, she would get. She couldn’t accept that she, Marah, wouldn’t be able to win Layson Norman over—so what if he had a child? Her eyes darkened as she moved forward, her steps heavy with determination.Diana came downstairs with Ralph in tow, only to find Richard alone in the living room. Diana still couldn’t shake the discomfort she felt upon seeing him. She had told him countless times not to let Marah live in their house, but he had insisted it was to repay a debt to an old friend, that he had to take care of her daughter. Diana had even argued with him over this before, but to no avail.“Ralph, Grandma will take you out for some delicious food!” Diana said, crouching down to Ralph’s level. Ralph glanced at the atmosphere between the adults, then nodded in agreement. Diana let out a
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The room was cluttered, with clothes piled high on the bed. Sweat glistened on Adela’s forehead as she surveyed the chaos around her, realizing just how much stuff she had accumulated. The landlady, startled by the sight, entered with a cup of coffee and paused in surprise.“Do you really have this much stuff?”Adela, hearing the voice, turned around with a helpless smile before accepting the coffee. “I didn’t realize I had this much either. I’m definitely not taking it all back.”“Well, Jennifer is doing a charity sale. If you have things you don’t need, you could donate them.”The landlady suggested, offering a practical solution. Adela nodded. She rarely bought anything, but after living in the UK for five years, her belongings had quietly multiplied. It wasn’t until now that she was overwhelmed by it all.“You continue with the sorting,” the landlady said, waving her hand. “I’m off to watch my soap opera.”When Adela had told her that she would soon be returning to the States, the
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Before boarding the plane, Adela sent a message to Herbie, telling her that after five years, she was finally leaving this place. The feeling was different from when she first arrived. Back then, her heart was full of anxiety, but now, she felt gratitude. This place had allowed her to become a new version of herself, and it was with a smile that she was now leaving.Herbie received the message that Adela had boarded the plane and smiled happily. She had finally waited for her sister to return. Over the past five years, she had lived comfortably at Grandma Anderson's house, but every day, she longed for Adela's return, hoping that they could live together again.Herbie walked out of her room, and there was a large table full of food prepared by Grandma Anderson. She knew that today was the day Adela would return and likely take her away, so Grandma Anderson would be left behind. A sense of reluctance and sadness filled her heart. Grandma Anderson's husband, Professor Anderson, had pass
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Spring in New York was warm, with sunshine softer than in the UK, blending with the breeze and gently falling over everything. As Adela stepped off the plane, she was greeted by that familiar sunshine. It felt warm, a comforting presence that reminded her of home.Dressed in a long, elegant dress, Adela stood tall in the center of the airport. She removed her sunglasses, revealing her meticulously done makeup and confident smile. Her distinctive aura caught the attention of several passersby. She glanced around, seemingly searching for something—or rather, someone."Adela!"The voice was unmistakable, and without thinking, Adela turned around. There, running toward her with open arms, was her younger sister, Herbie. Herbie had grown taller over the years, now reaching Adela’s chest, which took Adela by surprise. It was a testament to how much time had passed."Herbie!"For the first time in five years, the two sisters embraced. There was a mixture of emotions they couldn’t quite expre
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Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 200 Doubts in Her Heart
In the meeting room, Layson's gaze remained fixed on Adela, unnoticed by anyone else except for Cici, who was closely observing the subtle interaction.However, Marah couldn't help but scoff softly. When she saw that Layson had eyes only for Adela without sparing her even a glance, she felt a surge of jealousy. Taking a deep breath, she managed to suppress her irritation.As soon as the meeting ended, Marah approached Adela, feigning gentleness, her face adorned with a friendly smile.Cici, who had been keeping an eye on Adela the whole time, immediately noticed her low spirits after leaving the meeting room. Before Cici could ask, she was astonished to see Adela actually inviting Marah out for dinner, leaving her feeling irritated.But Adela seemed determined, smiling softly at Marah, "How about dinner tonight? It's my treat."Marah was still pretending innocence, gently nodding her head with a sweet smile. "Sure, I'd love to!"Cici couldn't hold back her dissatisfaction. Seeing Adel
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 199 The New CEO
Worried?Adela wasn't sure herself."If I said no, I'd probably be lying," Adela replied honestly. "But there's no point worrying. Let's just finish our autumn designs quickly; maybe the new boss will appreciate our work."Hearing that, Cici nodded seriously. "True. I should get back to work, then."Adela continued adjusting the details of her designs, fully absorbed until almost five in the afternoon when her phone buzzed lightly on the table. Glancing down, she saw a message from Layson."Let's have dinner together. I'll wait for you downstairs."Seeing his message instantly lifted her spirits, chasing away the gloom that had been hanging over her all day. She quickly typed a reply.Just as she was packing up, Marah walked over to her desk with a friendly smile. "Adela, do you remember last time when I mentioned having dinner together? Are you free tonight?"Adela was a little surprised. She hadn't expected Marah to be serious about that offer. But she'd already agreed to meet Layso
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 198 Everything Has Changed
She hadn't slept the entire night.When the sunlight finally poured through the window, illuminating every corner of the room, Cora’s dry eyes immediately filled with tears. She sat motionless on the sofa, like a lifeless doll, completely oblivious to her surroundings.Ever since seeing Leopold’s lifeless body, her heart had stopped beating too.The doorbell rang repeatedly, more than a dozen times before she finally regained some awareness. Slowly, she dragged her heavy feet towards the door, stumbling a bit as she opened it.Outside, Adela was anxiously pressing the doorbell with one hand, holding breakfast in the other. The worry in her clear eyes was unmistakable.When the door finally opened, Adela visibly breathed a sigh of relief. Seeing Cora’s pale face, cracked lips, and red, swollen eyes, Adela felt a sharp pain in her heart. She quickly supported Cora and guided her gently to the dining table.Firmly placing her weak friend into the chair, Adela spoke clearly and earnestly,
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 197 Whose Fault?
Looking at the lifeless body lying there covered in blood, Cora could no longer hear the voices around her. No matter how much Mrs. Davis cursed or blamed her, Cora didn’t care anymore.She moved slowly toward the man lying motionless on the hospital bed. Mrs. Davis noticed her movement and immediately began shouting, "Stay away from my son! You have no right to touch him!"Mrs. Davis rushed forward, pulling Cora away from Leopold's side. She even raised her hand to strike her, but Layson quickly stepped in and stopped her."I'll handle this. Stay here and don’t move," Layson instructed Adela gently. He was worried Mrs. Davis, in her current state, would harm Adela as well.Cora didn't even notice how she’d reached Leopold's bedside; she just stared blankly at his pale face. Mrs. Davis grabbed Cora's arm so forcefully that she nearly lost her balance, trying desperately to get closer to her son again."Don't touch him! You're not allowed near him anymore!" Mrs. Davis screamed hysteric
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 196 Death in a Car Accident
"Adela, did you find Cora?" Layson’s familiar voice came through the phone, filling Adela with an unexpected longing."Yes, I found her. She’s with me," Adela replied softly.It took a moment before Layson continued, his voice unusually hoarse, clearly unwilling to speak of the tragedy. "Leopold Davis had an accident. He died in a car crash."The instant Adela heard this news, her first reaction was to look at Cora. The news was so shocking, so sudden, that it left her frozen in place. She'd just heard Cora express how she'd been waiting for Leopold to come to her, but now he was gone forever."Cora…" Adela called gently, unsure how to break such terrible news. Her heart ached deeply, knowing this revelation would devastate her friend."Where are you now? I'll come pick you both up," Layson's voice came again through the phone, steady yet heavy with sadness.For a moment, Adela didn't know how to respond. The news had completely overwhelmed her, but she quickly regained her composure
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 195 Finding Cora
Early morning rain had left the old-fashioned street wet. Adela walked slowly along the road, her gaze drifting around uncertainly. It was her first time visiting this village.She had first heard about this place from Cora. This village was where Cora grew up and also where she'd first met Leopold Davis. So, when Cora disappeared, Adela immediately thought of coming here. Yet she wasn't certain if she'd really find Cora here.Although the village was small, locating one person wasn't exactly easy. Adela had been wandering for a while without any luck and was almost ready to give up when she suddenly spotted Cora sitting quietly on a small wooden bridge across a stream, her feet dangling in the clear water. She wore an absent-minded expression, seemingly lost in thought.Seeing her, Adela sighed with relief. She paused briefly, then walked towards the bridge and gently called out, "Cora!"Cora turned around slowly upon hearing someone call her name. When she recognized Adela, she seem
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 194 Move in with Me
Early morning.When Adela opened her eyes, Layson was already gone. Bright sunlight streamed into the room, and she instinctively raised her hand to shield her eyes from the harsh rays. She wasn't sure how long she'd been asleep—her legs felt weak, and she didn't have the energy to sit up just yet.At that moment, the door opened, and Layson appeared wearing casual home clothes. Seeing Adela awake, he smiled warmly. "You're awake? Why didn't you sleep a bit longer—you were exhausted last night."As he spoke, he walked over and sat at the edge of the bed, affectionately running his fingers through her messy hair. Adela shot him an annoyed glare, thinking bitterly how he was responsible for her exhaustion, yet still dared to tease her about it.Seeing her blush, Layson chuckled softly, finding her embarrassment incredibly cute. The shy expression she'd worn last night was still vivid in his mind. "Come on, breakfast is ready."After saying that, he stood up. Adela tried moving her legs
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 193 Spending the Night at His Apartment
Adela followed behind Layson until they reached the door of his apartment. She stared blankly at her hand, which was being gently held by him, and suddenly wondered how she'd ended up here with him. She tugged her hand away awkwardly and murmured, "Um…Layson, maybe I should go home."But since they'd already come this far, Layson wasn't going to let her leave now. Before Adela could react, he'd already pulled her inside, quickly closing the door behind them and wrapping his arms tightly around her waist. She felt his breath, warm and slightly rough, brushing gently against her ear. "Why so shy? It's not like this is your first time here."The dark room was faintly illuminated by lights from outside. Standing just inside the door, they remained in a warm embrace, creating an atmosphere filled with undeniable intimacy. Adela tried pushing him away softly. "Let go of me!"Layson didn't respond to her protests, instead chuckling quietly. "Didn't you say you missed me? Don't you think you
Reclaiming His Runaway Baby Mama 192 Layson, I Miss You So Much
After parting ways with Cici, Adela didn't hail a cab home. Instead, she chose to walk alone along the street. Lost in thought, she wandered aimlessly, unaware of where she was heading. Just as she was drifting away into her thoughts, her phone suddenly rang, snapping her back to reality.“Hello?” she answered softly.A familiar voice spoke from the other end of the call. Today, hearing his voice at this particular moment felt strangely comforting, like stepping onto solid ground after floating in the clouds. "Where are you?" Layson asked gently."I'm..." She hesitated for a second, "I'm still near the company, on the street."He frowned slightly, glancing out his window. It was already dark outside. "It's late; why aren't you home yet?"His voice carried a hint of authority, but tonight, Adela found it oddly comforting instead of domineering. She bit her lip and smiled shyly, feeling playful and unusually bold. "Layson, I miss you so much."On the other end, Layson was momentarily ta
