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Chapter 175 Follow Your Heart
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Zora had even hoped to obtain independent legal status on her own, making it plain she had no wish to place herself under the Marlows’ guardianship.
This was precisely why she had hesitated for so long.
Recalling the surveillance footage and all the harsh words Wendy had spoken, a heavy sense of suffocation hung over the boys. They felt upset just hearing those words, let alone Zora having to face such cruelty in person.
Wendy’s remarks were extremely disappointing and even repulsive to think back on. None of them had ever imagined she could be so unreasonable and heartless toward her own biological daughter.
If they had been spoken to in such a cold way, they would surely hold a grudge. Anyone with self-respect would never want to rely on that family anymore, for no one wished to be looked down upon and criticized casually.
The Knox brothers were equally disappointing for standing idly by and letting Wendy speak ill of Zora without stepping in.
From then on, Jensen, Kian, and Reed all decided to keep their distance from the Knox brothers, deeming them utterly spineless.
“Zora, no matter which family you pick, we will always be your family.” Reed crouched down in front of Zora, his eyes filled with deep guilt. “I should have come back with you this afternoon. You never should have faced all that malice alone p>
None of them had expected Wendy to act so outrageously.
Things had been quiet for a while. They thought it was over, never guessing she would suddenly come to harass Zora again.
Reed regretted it deeply. He had only thought the trip was short and nothing bad would happen, yet he had severely underestimated how shameless the Knox family could be.
“It’s fine, Reed.” Zora smiled gently at him to ease his worry.
She had tried her best not to let the Knox family’s issues trouble her loved ones, yet in the end, everyone still ended up worrying about her.
Compared to being treated badly by the Knoxes, seeing her grandparents and cousins worn out with concern hurt her far more.
It was not only Reed who felt regretful. Opal and the rest of the Marlows blamed themselves too, knowing they should have arranged someone to pick Zora up and drop her off every day.
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They had long known how difficult and unreasonable Wendy could be, which was why they had agreed to let Zora live alone, hoping it would keep Wendy from pestering her constantly.
Still, they had underestimated how much influence Jolie held over Wendy, as well as how little maternal affection Wendy had for her own flesh and blood.
“Which family do you wish to place your guardianship with?” The official looked between the gloomy-faced Floyd and the overjoyed Chet; the contrast between the two sides was striking.
“Zora p>
Elara’s big, pretty eyes looked at Zora like a starving puppy. Pick us, pick us, pick us.
“Please pick our family, Zora!” Hallie grabbed Zora’s hands and shook them lightly in a lively manner, resting her head softly against Zora’s shoulder. “Don’t make me beg you p>
Zora was amused and distracted by her clingy gestures, momentarily setting aside all her inner
unease.
“No matter what you decide, we will always stand by your side,” Kian said softly with sincere warmth in his eyes.
Everyone present waited quietly for her final answer.
Feeling flustered, Zora subconsciously glanced around, seeking comfort from the person she trusted the most.
Once her mentor was the one she relied on, but slowly, Leighton had become her safe harbor.
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“Follow your heart. No matter who you choose, we’re all your family.” Leighton stood close beside her, his deep, calm voice bringing her immense peace of mind.
Most of the time, he seemed kind of unserious, always talking with that lazy drawl, eyes half- lidded like he didn’t care, like he’d trick you into getting lost without even trying.
But when he looked at you seriously, you couldn’t help believing him.
“Don’t worry about hurting our feelings, Zora.” Opal stroked her hair tenderly with loving eyes. “We will always love you deeply no matter your decision. More people will join in cherishing you, and our affection for you will never fade away p>
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