LittleNovelMaynard let out a short, dismissive laugh. "You're not me, so how can you be so sure what I'm saying won't come
true?"
Briony pressed her lips together, uncertain.
He continued, "Briony, | know this might seem like I'm taking advantage of the situation, but if you're really
thinking about what's best for Lori, give her a father. TrustI'll claim Lori as my own, and no matter what
happens between us in the future, she'll always be my daughter, the eldest granddaughter of the Maynard
family."
Briony hesitated.
Lori was Mary and Ferdinand's child. Ferdinand's background was complicated,
and if the truth ever got out, it could only bring trouble for Lori.
A girl needs a strong, dependable family behind her.
Little Nina and little Mamight not have a perfect family, but at least their parents are both there for them.
Lori, though—she's still missing a father.
Briony's thoughts churned. She looked up at Maynard.
He immediately caught the change in her expression and knew she was wavering.
Trying to coax her, he went on, "Just the other day, my grandparents were givinggrief. The neighbors are
always showing off their grandkids, and my folks say I'm useless for being over thirty with nothing to show for it!
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBriony, have a heart- doa favor and givea daughter, will you?"
Briony was speechless.
She let out a weary sigh. "Maynard, this is deceiving your family."
He shrugged. “A child raised from such a young age-what's the difference, really? She'll be family in every way
that matters."
He added, "Plus, there are three brothers in the Maynard family. Sure, my youngest brother has gone his own
way, but there's still the middle one! The family line doesn't depend on me, and taking in Lori won't make a
difference. And don't worry I'll keep Lori's real parentage a secret for life. As long as you agree, Lori will always
be my daughter. She'll be entered into the Maynard family records as our cherished girl, and I'll make sure she
has a smooth, happy life.”
Briony stared at him, silent, lost in thought.
Her own family had never been a source of warmth; she'd faced unfairness and hardship growing up. More than
anything, she wanted her children to have the loving, complete family she never did.
She knew she'd let Little Nina and little Madown-something she'd always feel guilty about.
Now, with such a good chance for Lori, how could she refuse?
If Mary were still here, she'd want Lori to have the best life possible too.
After wrestling with her feelings, Briony finally agreed to Maynard's proposal.
Fortunately, the truth of Lori's parentage was known only to a select few, all trusted.
Mary had given birth in Cedric
Clarke's
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needed to do was call Cedricel
explain the situation.
Cedric
Was willing to help, but he
was clearly stunned when Brionet
told him she and Maynard would be recognized as Lori's parent
On the phone, Cedric asked, "Are you sure about this?"
"Lori needs a father," Briony replied. "Maynard is the best choice."
"But what about Stewart...?"
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divorced," Briony said coolly. "He's
remarried now-eveRyo(g kows He's
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that make me? What would Lori be?"
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