Chapter 701 The light in Romello’s eyes dimmed slightly, and he continued, “Because Dad insisted on registering Nathaniel under Mom's name, and she firmly refused. Unable to accept that he not only had an affair but also audaciously brought back a son from it, she left halone while being eight months pregnant.
“You were born while she was out alone. Her anxiety during pregnancy led to smental health issues, and she accidentally lost you. She blamed herself for many years..
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtPhoebe listened in shock, feeling like everything she had known was being overturned.
‘Even if | bear sresemblance to your mom, there were no records of my parents or my birth at the Farlem Orphanage. What makes you think I'm a Nicholls?” “Indeed. You were too young when Mom lost you. Moreover, she went to Luivine at that time, and no one knows what happened in between. Surprisingly, you ended up being adopted by the Farlem Orphanage. That's why we couldn't find you for so many years despite sending many people to Luivine.” Romello walked over to a small table nearby and handed Phoebe a document, adding, “I wasn’t sure, so | secretly had people monitor your shooting crew, finding a way to obtain your hair for a DNA test against Mom's.” Phoebe accepted the DNA test report from him. As she saw the words “Mother and Daughter” written in the lower right corner of the document, tears welled up in her eyes and dropped onto the paper.
Romello gazed at her tenderly, saying, “This DNA test report won't be wrong. You're truly the heiress of the Nicholls family, my sister, Janice Nicholls.” He placed both hands on her shoulders, adding, “How x living with us starting tomorrow? I've arranged the room Mom used to stay in, and you can spend more ttalking with her during the day. | owe you these years, and I'll make it up to you in the future.” “G-Givestto process this.” She had been an orphan for more than twenty years, and it was suddenly revealed that she was actually the heiress. of the Nicholls family! Not only did she have parents, but she also had a group of siblings.
The news was too overwhelming, leaving her somewhat bewildered and unable to accept it immediately.
“Sure. | understand you're not used to it. We'll take it slow. First, we'll change your nback. If you don’t want to live here, | can arrange accommodation for you outside. However, you can’t continue staying with Howard.” When Phoebe heard the last part, she raised her head in shock. “Why? Howard and | are a serious couple. In this day and age, isn’t it normal for couples to live together?” Chanter 201 Romello patiently explained, “It might be normal for ordinary families, but the true fenly is the third most prestigious family in Svelton. Once t reveal your identity, we must follow the fly rules step by step” Phoebe did not fully grasp the situation, but with Sheena and Elliot as examples, she could reppey “Do we have to wait until an official engagement is announced?” “Yes. If Howard genuinely likes you, he'll personally invite Uncle Albert to cand formalize the engagement.” “Alright.” Phoebe understood the issue well. Nonetheless, as long as she could continue being with Howard, the family rules did not matter.
Thinking about changing her name, she continued, “I've already gotten used to the nPhoebe. Can | not change it? At most, I'll change my last nto Nicholls.” “Anything you like.” Romello tousled her hair, earnestly looking at her face. Among the siblings, she resembled their mother the most when she was young.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmPhoebe was not used to being touched by men other than Howard, but considering Homello as her elder brother, she suppressed any resistance.
Still holding her mother’s photo, her eyes gradually filled with joy.
“Does she live in this house? Can | see her now? I've lived for over twenty years without experiencing what it's like to have a mother’s love. | really want to hug her.” Romello’s hand, which was patting her head, slightly stiffened. He withdrew his gaze and concealed a subtle hint of unease.
However, the bodyguard urgently knocked on the door of the altar room before he could respond.