Chapter 657

"Yes, yes," Renee held Anne tightly, as if letting go for even a second might make this moment vanish again. When she finally released her, she couldn't stop staring at her daughter's face, taking in every detail. Tears streamed down her cheeks once more. "Let's go," Anne said calmly. She didn't let the reunion sweep her away in emotion. Instead, she helped Renee to her feet, ready to guide her to the car. Just as they turned around, Anne saw a Rolls-Royce approaching the bridge. The license plate was all too familiar. The driver's side door swung open, and Donovan stepped out. Their eyes locked immediately. At that moment, Anne froze, staring at him like a lifeless shell. When Donovan saw Anne again, his stern face showed almost no change. There was no surprise, no panic, no anger, no confusion, and no wandering thoughts. He appeared perfectly calm. To him, Anne had never mattered, whether she had disappeared or somehow managed to return. He didn't care about her fate. The o