Chapter 4 He wanted a sister who was warm and obedient , who'd cling to him and call him Ray like she used to . He didn't want her bullying Lucinda , but he also didn't want this hollow shell of a girl who only bowed her head . A surge of frustration welled up in him . He flung open the passenger door and grabbed Noelle's arm . " Get in the front and sit properly ! If you're going to act like this , you can march right back to the sanatorium . " Noelle couldn't fathom why Raymond was angry again , but one thing was clear : she'd never go back to that hell . She opened her mouth to apologize , but Raymond's phone rang . Raymond glanced at the screen , his expression softening instantly . His voice turned gentle as he answered , " Hey , Lucie . " At that name , Noelle's hands clenched , veins bulging under her skin . The pain of three ago flooded back , so sharp it stole her breath . Menu It felt like an eternity before Raymond hung up . His warmth vanished , replaced by a cold edge when he turned to Noelle ." Three years ago , you framed Lucie , but she doesn't hold it against you . She's always thinking of you . Just now , she called to check if you'd been discharged . " Lucie heard you're supposed to publicly apologize and got so upset she cried . She said as long as you're willing to come home , she doesn't need any apology . " Noelle , can't you try to be a little more like Lucie ? " Noelle thought , " As long as I'm willing to come home ? She said that ? " Come on , Lucinda doesn't want me back at all . " She lowered her head , a flicker of bitter irony in her eyes . The drive was silent . As they neared the Martinez's villa , Noelle spotted the sprawling estate halfway up the hill . Today , it was adorned with vibrant flowers and colorful balloons . The McLaren pulled in through the back gate . Raymond's voice was icy . " It's Lucie's birthday today , a joyous occasion . You're just out of the sanatorium , and your status is ... complicated , so it'll be more appropriate for us to not use the front entrance . " Noelle was used to this kind of treatment and didn't argue . " When should I apologize to her ? " Raymond checked his watch . He knew Darin Schaefer was planning to propose to Lucinda tonight . Thinking of Noelle's past entanglement with Darin's engagement , he decided it'd be best for her to witness their proposal firsthand . He was convinced this would make her give up any unrealistic hopes of being with Darin and prevent her from trying to sabotage Lucinda and Darin's relationship . Honestly , he never understood it . Sure , Noelle had been engaged to Darin on paper , but Lucinda was the one who grew up with him . To everyone , Lucinda was the one who truly belonged by his side . He was baffled by her ruthless and manipulative attempts to destroy Lucinda's happiness . This was one of the reasons why the Martinez family thought Noelle needed " treatment . " Let's go now , " Raymond decided , leading Noelle straight to the banquet venue . " Dad's flight got delayed , and he couldn't get a private jet , so he's not back yet . I'll let the others know you're here , " Raymond asked Noelle to wait for him . It had been a spur of the moment decision to bring Noelle home . Noelle stood quiety , surrounded by the clink of glasses and the gleam of elegance . In her plain white T - shirt and gray pants , she stuck out like a sore thumb . She and the Martinez family had never belonged to the same world . KA1521 Binance : Buy Bitcoin & Crypto Get a velences gift fron Binanced We're giving me per share at $ 300k in UNIA 20 % Download O < Chapter 4 " Who's that ? She's dressed worse than the waitstaff . " " I thought this party was invite - only . " Whispers floated around Noelle , but no one could guess who she was . A bold , curious socialite waved her over . " Hey , sweetheart ! Are you one of the servers ? Come here a sec ! " Noelle hesitated , unsure whether to approach . Suddenly , a figure rushed forward , grabbing her wrist and dragging her away . " Was that ... Mr. Harold ? " someone gasped . Harold Martinez dragged Noelle onto the deserted terrace , his grip bruising her wrist . Menu " What are you doing , sneaking back here like that ? " he hissed , barely containing his fury . " It's Lucie's birthday , and you show up dressed like that ? Are you trying to embarrass us ? People thought you were a server ! If I hadn't pulled you away , you'd have humiliated the entire family ! " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!