Chapter 42. Stricken

Several months later

“Lizzy! I missed you!” Lilly piped as she ran into Ellise’s embrace. She’d traveled to Canada several months ago to complete her treatments. With how strong and gorgeous she was looking at the moment, it was evident that she was feeling very much better.

“How are you?” Ellise asked.

She grinned.

“I’m okay. Where are the others? Why isn’t Lexa here to welcome me home?” She pouted.

“Oh, actually there are a lot of surprises waiting for you.”

Her adorable blue eyes shone with excitement.

“Really? I can’t wait.”

Ellise chuckled and took her hand, leading her to the sitting room. The lights went on and everyone yelled, “Welcome home, princess Lilliana!”

She squealed in delight and embraced her mother. Alicia kissed her forehead, a giant smile on her face.

“Thanks, mum,” she said, before embracing her father.

“Mummy didn’t tell me about you, but I guess you’re my real father. Let me say I’ve known for q