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Chapter 388

Author: AliceLin
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Liliana smiled at her stepson's suspicion and doubt, replying firmly, "I really don’t have any reason, Regis. I just want you to understand that you’re not alone."

Regis let out a mocking laugh and shot back, "I’d believe you more if you said you never wanted me to return to the Lorenzo family home."

"That’s impossible, Regis. I would never think that. I’ve always considered you like my own son. So has Alicia."

Liliana's confession tugged at Amora's heart. She could sense her sincerity toward her husband. Unfortunately, Regis kept his cold expression.

For a long time, Liliana had wanted to express her love for her stepson, but she always held back, worried that Regis would see her as a hypocrite—and that was exactly what was happening now.

"I can't let your father treat you like this, Regis. I want you two to reconcile, but your father—"

"Stop pretending, Auntie. Just name your price," Regis cut her off coldly. "I doubt you’re giving that mansion away for free."

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