Chapter 36 Securing a Future Mia really cared for her , and Lauren could feel it .
During those five years in prison , not a single member of the Bennett family had visited her .
Only Marilyn and Mia had taken the time to visit her , allowing her to still feel some warmth in the world .
They were good people , so she had to protect them at all costs .
Lauren smiled at Mia , I will listen to you .
Mia Really ? A flash of surprise appeared in Mias eyes , Yes, really Lauren nodded .
But before I left the Bennett family I had to ensure a safe way for Marilyn and Mia .
I couldnt let Elliot use them as a bargaining chip against me again .
Thinking about this , Lauren changed the conversations subject and asked about Mias school life .
Mia , how are your studies going ? Not bad .
I get a scholarship every semester Seeing her confidence , Lauren felt relieved .
Mia , have you ever thought about studying abroad ? Mia paused , a flicker of longing in her eyes .
But my family couldnt afford it .
Mum had me in her forties , and my father had died when I was in elementary school .
During those five years in prison , not a single member of the Bennett family had visited her .
Only Marilyn and Mia had taken the time to visit her , allowing her to still feel some warmth in the world .
They were good people , so she had to protect them at all costs .
Lauren smiled at Mia , I will listen to you .
Mia Really ? A flash of surprise appeared in Mias eyes , Yes, really Lauren nodded .
But before I left the Bennett family I had to ensure a safe way for Marilyn and Mia .
I couldnt let Elliot use them as a bargaining chip against me again .
Thinking about this , Lauren changed the conversations subject and asked about Mias school life .
Mia , how are your studies going ? Not bad .
I get a scholarship every semester Seeing her confidence , Lauren felt relieved .
Mia , have you ever thought about studying abroad ? Mia paused , a flicker of longing in her eyes .
But my family couldnt afford it .
Mum had me in her forties , and my father had died when I was in elementary school .
Mum had raised me alone , struggling to make ends meet Mom had already worked so hard to put me through college .
How could I dare to dream of studying abroad ? I dont want to Though her words were firm , Lauren noticed the shift in her emotion If , and I mean if , you had the chance to study abroad without worrying about money , would you go ? Lauren smiled bitterly , Of course I would .
But where would such an opportunity come from ? Its just a dream .
Hearing this answer , Laurens heart finally calmed down ..
As long as Mia wanted to go a abroad , things would be easier .
As soon as I received the 1.4 million dollars , I would immediately send Marilyn and Mia abroad .
Mia could finish her studies overseas , and Marilyn could take care of her daughter , Once they were gone , Elliot would no longer have any influence over them .
If the Bennett family refused to let me go , I would fight them to the end and leave all the money to Marilyn and Mia .
That was why she had demanded 14 million dollars from Alice .
My life had been hard enough .
I couldnt let those who cared for me suffer the same fate .
For the next two days , Laurens life was peaceful .
The morning after finishing her morning routine , Willow went downstairs for breakfast but was surprised to find that David , Alice , and Elliot were nowhere to be seen .
Willow looked at the breakfast spread on the table and asked the maid , Are my parents and brother still in bed ? 1/2 12:25 PM D Chapter 36 Securing a Future +8 Pearls bites and then left as well .
I knew that Dad and Elliot had been extremely busy lately with the Eastgate project , leaving early and returning late every day .
How could I dare to dream of studying abroad ? I dont want to Though her words were firm , Lauren noticed the shift in her emotion If , and I mean if , you had the chance to study abroad without worrying about money , would you go ? Lauren smiled bitterly , Of course I would .
But where would such an opportunity come from ? Its just a dream .
Hearing this answer , Laurens heart finally calmed down ..
As long as Mia wanted to go a abroad , things would be easier .
As soon as I received the 1.4 million dollars , I would immediately send Marilyn and Mia abroad .
Mia could finish her studies overseas , and Marilyn could take care of her daughter , Once they were gone , Elliot would no longer have any influence over them .
If the Bennett family refused to let me go , I would fight them to the end and leave all the money to Marilyn and Mia .
That was why she had demanded 14 million dollars from Alice .
My life had been hard enough .
I couldnt let those who cared for me suffer the same fate .
For the next two days , Laurens life was peaceful .
The morning after finishing her morning routine , Willow went downstairs for breakfast but was surprised to find that David , Alice , and Elliot were nowhere to be seen .
Willow looked at the breakfast spread on the table and asked the maid , Are my parents and brother still in bed ? 1/2 12:25 PM D Chapter 36 Securing a Future +8 Pearls bites and then left as well .
I knew that Dad and Elliot had been extremely busy lately with the Eastgate project , leaving early and returning late every day .
But it was unusual for Mom to leave so early .
Do you know where my mother went ? she asked again .
The maid shook her head .
Im not sure , but Madam Alice took several handbags with her .
Willow was even more confused .
But she didnt dwell on it .
After looking at the breakfast , she lost her appetite .
She went upstairs , changed her clothes , and left the house ..
In a few days , the auction for the land in the Eastgate would take place .
Most of the elite in Hoverdale would attend , and she had been invited as well .
She needed to buy some new clothes and jewelry to make sure she outshone the other women .
Willow went to the most luxurious shopping mall in Hoverdale .
She walked into a high end custom dress shop .
She was a regular customer , so the staff recognized her immediately and greeted her with a smile .
Ms , Willow , youve come at the perfect time .
Do you know where my mother went ? she asked again .
The maid shook her head .
Im not sure , but Madam Alice took several handbags with her .
Willow was even more confused .
But she didnt dwell on it .
After looking at the breakfast , she lost her appetite .
She went upstairs , changed her clothes , and left the house ..
In a few days , the auction for the land in the Eastgate would take place .
Most of the elite in Hoverdale would attend , and she had been invited as well .
She needed to buy some new clothes and jewelry to make sure she outshone the other women .
Willow went to the most luxurious shopping mall in Hoverdale .
She walked into a high end custom dress shop .
She was a regular customer , so the staff recognized her immediately and greeted her with a smile .
Ms , Willow , youve come at the perfect time .
We just received some limited edition dresses flown in from Gleland .
The designs are unique , and the materials are of the highest quality .
If you wear one of them , youll undoubtedly be the center of attention .
Willows lips curled into a proud smile , like a peacock showing off its feathers .
Her fingers lightly traced the exquisite dresses , her mind already imagining the envious looks of the other women and the admiring glances of the men at the auction .
The more she thought about it , the more excited she became .
She finally settled on a floor length gown adorned with shiny crystals .
The skin shimmered with every movement , like a starry night sky .
The salesmans eyes sparkled with admiration , showering her with compliments while subtly promoting other products .
Ms.
Willow , we also have handbags that perfectly match these dresses .
Would you like to have a look ! Willow , already floating on the praise , didnt hesitate .
Where are the bags ? Show them to me .
This way , Ms.
Willow ,
The designs are unique , and the materials are of the highest quality .
If you wear one of them , youll undoubtedly be the center of attention .
Willows lips curled into a proud smile , like a peacock showing off its feathers .
Her fingers lightly traced the exquisite dresses , her mind already imagining the envious looks of the other women and the admiring glances of the men at the auction .
The more she thought about it , the more excited she became .
She finally settled on a floor length gown adorned with shiny crystals .
The skin shimmered with every movement , like a starry night sky .
The salesmans eyes sparkled with admiration , showering her with compliments while subtly promoting other products .
Ms.
Willow , we also have handbags that perfectly match these dresses .
Would you like to have a look ! Willow , already floating on the praise , didnt hesitate .
Where are the bags ? Show them to me .
This way , Ms.
Willow ,