Aurora Dourada: Retorno By Ricardo Almeida

All members of the Thompson family were present today.

Justin walked alongside Bella, his gaze looking straight ahead with

unwavering steadiness. He kept his cool despite being the only

outsider.

His head could not be any clearer.

Justin wanted to be the shoulder for Bella to lean on and the

presence she could let down her guard with.

Jan stayed behind Justin. The sight of the Thompson brothers made

his hair stand on end and his palms clammy.

Learning from Justin’s experience, lan envisioned a future wife with a

lot fewer brothers.

“Bella!”

The family surrounded Bella.

The Thompsons were not too pleased to see Justin.

Before, the Thompsons would have closed the door and released the

hounds on Justin.

“I appreciate all you have done.”

Bella watched tenderly as Amelia wheeled Steven over, not blaming Steven for attending the funeral instead of resting. “Thank you for your hard work, Amelia. You helped me a lot by keeping Steve company and doing so much for him.

“We’re a family, Bella. Don’t say that.” The compliment made Amelia

feel warm and cozy inside.

“Steve, get better soon and take good care of Amelia.”

Bella reached Steven and Amelia, taking their hands in each of hers

and gently clasping them together. “I hope you will be a guardian

angel to Amelia.”

Steven’s eyes welled up as he looked at the imposing figure behind

Bella.

It was time for him to move on from Bella.

Bella already had someone who would do anything for her, and the

man was stronger and more reliable than Steven.

Justin looked at the woman’s back in silence, his emotions stirring.

He was tempted to hug her and tell the world that all she needed was

him.

The send-off ceremony began several minutes later.

Drew, who was on standby outside, approached Bella in a hurry wit

grim look.

“We have a situation, Bella. Word somehow got out, and the press is

out there.”

“What?” Bella was shocked. “Ash is thorough and never leaves room for error. Given that the guests are on our side, how did word get out?”

“I was advised that the hired protection belongs to Salvador

Corporation.”

Drew gave Justin an intimidating look.

Justin furrowed his brows. “It wasn’t me.”

“I know.”

Bella raised her arm, looking every inch like a boss. “I wouldn’t have

let you come if I suspected you.”

The man was touched.

“I believe Shannon and Bethany are likely behind it. They know more

than anyone else how Linny died. They are just waiting for her

funeral.”

Bella chuckled gruesomely, her eyes bloodshot. “They enjoy being in All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

the spotlight and being seen in a positive light.

“Well, they’ve come to the wrong place to seek attention.”

She carried herself with such aggression that even Justin and Drew

got goosebumps.

“Ms. Thompson…”