The Billionaire's True Heiress: From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 392

Octavia’s smile froze for a second. “What’s wrong? Isn’t staying at Lance’s place nice?”

“It is,” Cindy said softly. “It’s really nice.”

She hesitated, chewing on her lip. “But it’s Lance’s home. If Lance gets married someday, will his wife be okay with me living here too?”

Her eyes dropped and her voice got even quieter. “I’ve always dreamed about having my own place. A home where I can make everything pretty and bright, just the way I want.”

Hearing that made Octavia’s heart twist with guilt. If only things had been different years ago, her precious girl wouldn’t have ended up on her own.

“If Lance ever tries to pick his wife over you, we just won’t let him come home.” Octavia squeezed Cindy’s hand. “Don’t worry. As long as I’m here, nobody’s going to mess with you.”

“And about your own place, I’ve already started looking for a house near whichever campus you pick. I want you to have a home to call your own once you start school.”

Of course, Octavia had been planning all this for Cindy. With her background, she couldn’t afford to leave anything to chance.

“Your dad’s company finances are a little rough lately, so we can’t just buy a big house right this second... If things were better, I’d already have a villa waiting for you as your wedding gift.”

Cindy’s eyes went wide at that. Her mom wanted to get her a villa? That sounded amazing.

“Mom, I heard Lance started interning at Dad’s company when he was at university. Can I do that too?” She looked hopeful, but the doubt crept in. “I don’t really know anything, and I’m not even sure what kind of college I’ll get into. What if I can’t find a good job after school? Will the Byron family look down on me?”

The anxiety in Cindy’s voice was completely understandable, and Octavia saw her struggle.

“Of course not,” Octavia assured her. “I’ll make sure the Byron family never criticizes you.”

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