After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas)

At the police station, the identities of the middle-aged couple were confirmed.

The man was named Gorden Yates, and the woman was Tracy Harris.

Both of them insisted that Maria was their daughter.

They even presented a birth certificate from years ago.

When the police asked why they were only looking for their daughter now, they explained that the child had been lost years ago, and a relative had recently seen Maria in Cloudflare City and remarked on the striking resemblance, prompting them to come find her. It was clear they had come prepared with their story.

Since the situation had drawn police attention, it couldn't just be brushed aside. The authorities arranged for a DNA test to first confirm if there was a parental relationship.

Tracy looked at Maria with a face full of excitement and guilt. "I'm sorry, darling. It was my fault back then. After I gave birth to you, I was too weak. I had no idea you'd be taken away. You've suffered all these years."

Maria remained indifferent. "The test results aren't out yet. Don't try to get close to me."

Even after getting the test results, it wouldn't make a difference.

Tracy's smile faltered as she took in Maria's cold demeanor. She exchanged a nervous glance with Gorden, clearly uncertain. They didn't know much about Maria, and now they worried-would she even give them money? Gorden, however, seemed calm and confident.

His look reassured Tracy not to worry.

With the DNA test results still pending, Maria left the police station without delay.

"Mary, Mary! Wait for us!" Tracy hurried after her.

Maria turned, her gaze frosty. "What do you want?"

Tracy looked embarrassed. "We're new here and don't really have a place to stay. Can you take us in for a few days?"

"No."

Maria's refusal was immediate and absolute.Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

Gorden then snapped, "Mary, you're our daughter. We're sure of it. You have a responsibility to take care of your parents. You have to take care of us!" Maria scoffed. "And you think you deserve it?"

With that, she turned and walked away.

Not far off, Herman was waiting for her in his car. Seeing her approach, he opened the door, and she got in.

Gorden's face darkened. "Ungrateful brat. I raised her, and she'll pay for it, one way or another!"

Tracy, feeling anxious, whispered, "But she doesn't seem easy to deal with."

"Hmph, a girl like her? What's to fear? A few smacks will set her straight," Gorden dismissed her concerns. Tracy hesitated. "What should we do next then?"

Gorden grumbled, "Let's just find a motel for now. Things will fall into place in a few days."

That was their only option at the moment.

In the car, Herman glanced over at Maria, noticing the cold expression on her face. He hesitated briefly before asking, "If you need help, I can take care of this for you

Maria's lips curled into a faint smile. "Thanks, but there's no need. I can handle it myself."

Since it was their first real interaction, Herman didn't press further and simply dropped her off at her building. Maria waved goodbye and entered the building.

Stepping out of the elevator, she was greeted by an unexpected sight.

Her expression shifted slightly, a mix of surprise and amusement playing on her features as she approached the figure standing there. She stopped directly in front of him her gaze fingering on him with a playful, teasing glint in her eyes.

"Sidney," Maria's voice carried a hint of curiosity, "What are you doing here?"

Sidney had been standing there for a while, having witnessed Herman drop her off. The sight of them chatting and laughing together sent

a sudden wave of irritation through him, souring his mood instantly.