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2025-02-11 12:00:17Victoria looked at Ben with slightly furrowed brows. “Is my question wrong?”
Ben remained standing with a calm expression, as if the question didn't matter to him at all. “You have nothing to worry about, Mrs. Victoria. Doctor Bernard has ensured that all of Mr. Logan's progress reports are given in detail to Lady Grace. Just as that lady wished.”
“But I never see Doctor Bernard come to visit,” Victoria murmured, feeling odd.
“He is in the right wing of the house. If you wish to see him, I can make arrangements.” A crooked smile graced Ben's face. “However, he will not be going to the main house. You can continue the therapy process without interruption.”
Victoria gave a small nod, although a sense of doubt still lingered in her mind. “Well, I just want to make sure everything goes without raising suspicion. I know, sometimes James just shows up unannounced. I need to know the conditions in
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The man's gaze was sharp, as if he could see into his mind. “Don't let him bother you. I've taken steps to make sure he can't do anything.”Victoria nodded slowly, although her heart was still filled with an inexplicable anxiety.To take her mind off things, Victoria spent time with Abigail in the playroom. The little girl sat on the floor, busy coloring with a concentrated face.“Mommy, who was that angry person outside?” Abigail suddenly asked without taking her eyes off the picture she was coloring.Victoria was silent for a moment. Then, with a calm smile, she said, ”Just a rude guest, dear. Nothing to worry about.”Abigail nodded, but the look in her eyes showed a little anxiety. “I don't like people who are angry. They're scary.”Victoria rubbed her head gently. ‘Mama doesn't like them either. But don't worry, Uncle Logan and Mama will always protect you.”The little girl finally smiled, before handing over the picture she had just finished. ’It's for Mama.”Victoria stared at t
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