Chapter 457

Before William could say anything, Mr. Turner Sr. stepped forward, sounding all polite as he addressed Olivia. “Miss Hale, right? William’s coming home with me tonight. Got some family stuff to go over—he won’t be leaving with you.” Olivia replied politely, “Mr. Turner, I…” He raised a hand to cut her off. “We’ll talk another day. His mother’s worried sick. She asked me to bring him back.” Blurted out, Olivia said, “Then I’ll go too.” Mr. Turner Sr. gave a faint smile, but his answer was firm. “It’s family business. Not really your place, is it?” Just a few words laid it all out—Olivia wasn’t welcome in the Turner family. Her face turned pale. She looked to William, hoping he’d stand by her. But he was in no mood to care. Late into the night, Olivia watched the father and son get into the black car. After a moment, the vehicle drove off slowly, heading toward the Turner estate. Right then, something hit her. Even if she married William, the Turners would never accept her. She’d be left