“If Sienna and Teresa were still around, they could take care of you. But… Sienna’s in prison.”
“Sienna’s in prison?”
“You didn’t know? They killed Freya. The police are after them.”
The mention of Freya darkened Zeke’s expression. His brows furrowed with mixed emotions.
He couldn’t help but wonder–had those sisters sold him out after being caught?
No… probably not.
If they had, Caitlin would’ve questioned him by now.
“Looks like you really didn’t know.”
“I didn’t…”
He had only been out of the hospital a couple of days when he rushed from Country S to find her. He hadn’t had time to check what had happened in the US.
“There’s more. Teresa is dead.”
“What?! Teresa’s dead?”
The news struck Zeke like a lightning bolt. His expression froze in disbelief, laced with sorrow.
Sienna and Teresa weren’t just subordinates–they had grown up with him. They were like sisters. Loyal, fierce, and irreplaceable.
Suppressing his emotions, Zeke asked in a low voice, “Didn’t you just say she was in prison? What happened? How did she die?”
“She was murdered. The police are still investigating.”
Caitlin let out a quiet sigh.
Zeke clenched his fists tightly, fury in his eyes. “Who did it?!”
Caitlin shook her head. “The case is still open. I’ll let you know if anything comes up.”
His gaze burned red with grief and anger. Staring blankly at the ceiling, he slammed his fists against the mattress twice. “They’re gone… all
gone…”
“What do you mean?”
Watching him spiral like that, Caitlin felt a twinge of guilt. Should she not have told him?
“I have no one left…”
Zeke’s voice cracked with pain. “Sienna and Teresa were like family to me. We grew up together. Now they’re both gone. I have no one left.”
He looked at her with a hollow expression. “Caitlin, for you, I’ve already cut ties with my father. I’m no longer the son of a Count.”
That… was probably the hardest decision of Zeke’s life.
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To give up his status, his title, his blood ties–all for love.
Caitlin remained silent for a long time.
She hadn’t expected that. He’d really severed his relationship with Zorro? That surprised her.
Maybe Zeke truly wasn’t like his father after all. Maybe she’d been wrong to lump them together.
As for what he said about having no family left, Caitlin didn’t mention Ximena for now. She didn’t want to hit him with more emotional blows.
Once Zeke calmed down a bit, Caitlin left the hospital. She promised to visit him again.
Just outside, by coincidence, she ran into Simon, who was just getting off work. He’d already changed out of his white coat and was striding along energetically, full of life.
“Simon!”
Hearing her voice, he stopped in surprise. “Caitlin? What are you doing here?”
“I just got back. Brought a friend in for a check–up. What about you?”
“I’m off to pick up Molly at the Vanderbilt estate.”
He looked a little sheepish. It was date night with Molly.
“I’m heading there too. Let’s go together.”
“Sure.”
On the way to the Vanderbilt estate, Caitlin caught up on all the updates.
Molly had been discharged and was doing well. She and Simon were officially dating now, texting and calling every day–pretty much inseparable.
“Looks like wedding bells are coming.”
Caitlin grinned.
“Way too early for that,” Simon chuckled. “Molly gave me a six–month probation period. She wants to test me first. I’m nervous.”
He looked worried. He really didn’t want to screw it up.
“Come on, with that thick skin of yours, there’s no way she can resist you.”
Simon touched his own face. “Well… I guess I have gotten bolder lately.”
“If she gets her memory back, she’ll love you even more. Trust me, you’ve got nothing to worry about.”
“You think so?”
When they arrived at the Vanderbilt estate, Molly was already waiting by the gate. As soon as she saw Simon, she ran over excitedly.
“Simon!”
She was wearing a wig to cover up her hair loss, but her face glowed with happiness. Love really did wonders.
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She threw her arms around his neck and teased, “Did you miss me?”
“Uh…”
How was he supposed to answer that?
“Say it! Say you missed me!”
Blushing, Simon muttered, “I missed you.”
“Heehee!”
Molly giggled like a little girl. Just hearing him say that could brighten her entire day.
“Oh my god, this is way too sweet,” Caitlin joked as she got out of the car. “My teeth are rotting.”
“Caitlin! You’re back!”
Molly beamed and ran over. “Everyone’s been waiting for you!”
“I know. Now go enjoy your date and stop force–feeding me your lovey–dovey moments.”
“Hey, you used to make me sick with you and my brother, remember?”
Molly accidentally spilled the truth–her memories were back.
Caitlin caught it instantly. “Wait… you got your memory back?”
Molly froze, then quickly waved her hands. “No, no, not really! Just bits and pieces!”
Grabbing Simon’s hand, she quickly said, “Come on, let’s go on our date! Let the other single dogs deal with the sugar overload!”
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She didn’t want to admit her memories had returned–not yet. She liked the way Simon treated her now. What if he changed once he knew?
Caitlin watched them leave with a smile before walking through the gates of the Vanderbilt estate.
Inside the main hall, Beatrice, Eliza, and Raymond were all waiting. Caitlin greeted them warmly.
“Beatrice, Raymond, Eli.”
“Caitlin, you’re finally home!”
“It’s good to have you back–we’ve all missed you!”
Eliza pulled her down to sit and they chatted for a while. Soon, Faith arrived with the children in tow.
“Mommy! Mommy!”
“My babies!”
Caitlin knelt down and hugged them tight, kissing their faces.
As dinner was served and everyone gathered, Caitlin couldn’t help but notice someone missing.
She turned to Eliza. “Eli… where’s Sebastian? Didn’t he come back earlier?”
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