Chapter 443


    ra struggled to put into words the whirlwind of emotions she was experiencing. There was


    excitement, a sense of relief, and an even greater sense of heartache.


    Her heart ached for Grandma Marian, who had lost her daughter, and for her mom, who had been


    taken from life far too young.


    ra held Marian''s hand, her eyes filled with tears. She looked at her and softly said, "Grandma,


    we''ll visit her together once you''re out of the hospital, okay?"


    At these words, Marian’s lips trembled with emotion. “ra, does this mean you’re considering


    being a part of our family again?”


    ra offered a faint, bittersweet smile. “Dad said having more people to love me isn’t a bad thing.


    He’ll always be my favorite dad.”


    “That’s right. Casey will always be your dad. We won’tpete with him for you. We just want to


    give you more people to look after you, to cherish you.”


    Marian couldn’t express in words how grateful she was to Casey. He had raised his daughter for


    over twenty years and had selflessly convinced her to reconnect with her biological family. It was


    clear evidence of his kind nature.


    Edwin, overhearing the conversation, turned to ra, his eyes unable to hide his excitement.


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    “ra, I’m your brother. Would you call me brother? How does that sound?”


    Before ra could respond, Ian’s deep voice came from behind. “Enough. ra’s still recovering,


    and Grandma just woke up. Let her rest in her room for now. Keeping the baby safe is what’s


    important.” As he spoke, he shielded ra with his body, preventing Edwin from getting any closer.


    Edwin gritted his teeth in frustration. “Ian, just you wait. There’lle a day when you’ll need me!”


    Ian chuckled dismissively. “Don’t worry. That day will nevere.”


    After his retort, Ian intended to escort ra away, but at that moment, the door to the room burst


    open. James and his wife rushed in, looking anxiously at Elle. “How’s Grandma? What happened


    that she suddenly became critical?”


    Elle smiled, shaking her head. “ra is here, so Grandma is fine now. Mom, Dad, ra has


    epted us.”


    At these words, Mr. James went from the weight of concern for Marian to a state of joy. He watched


    ra, incredulous. “ra, is what your sister said true? You’re really considering recognizing us as


    your family?”


    ra didn’t give a direct answer, but softly called out “Uncle James.”


    When he heared this long-awaited title, James’ eyes reddened with emotion. He gently patted


    ra’s head and smiled. “Alright, once you and your grandma are discharged, I’ll throw you the


    grandest family reunion party.”


    James’ wife, equally moved, grasped ra’s hand. “ra, dear child, your mother’s spirit can finally


    rest in peace.” She enveloped ra in a warm embrace.


    ra’s gentle voice whispered, “Auntie.”


    “There, there, dear. I’ll go home and start preparing your wee gifts right away,” Mrs. James


    assured her.


    Elle joined in with a smile, “And don’t forget me, ra.”


    As they shared a hug, ra affectionately called her sister. Elle stroked her hair tenderly. “I’m going


    to give you a generous gift, sweetheart.”


    Noticing that ra had acknowledged everyone except him, Edwin looked at her with a hint of


    dejection. “ra, are you still upset with me because of Heidi?”


    ra shook her head softly. “I won’t confuse the two of you. You are my brother”


    When he heared this long-awaited address, Edwin’s eyes welled up with unshed tears. He hugged


    ra tightly and whispered, “From now on, you’ve got me. I won’t let anyone bully you again.”


    The room buzzed with an invigorating atmosphere. Everyone’s emotions were running high.


    Just then, a deep, gravelly voice interrupted from the doorway, “ra, I’m your dad.”