Chapter 23 Setting Off Again

Identity has always been a taboo for Amelia. She despises hearing the words "illegitimate daughter" from others. "You!" Amelia raised her hand high, about to slap Hayley across the face. At the critical moment, the doorbell interrupted their tense atmosphere. Amelia's face flushed red as she remembered she was still at home. No matter how much she disliked Hayley, she couldn't act so openly. She forcibly withdrew her hand and stood still, trying to calm herself. The maid hurriedly came to report, seeing Amelia and Hayley standing face to face in an awkward silence. The maid's gaze shifted between the two, then she opened her mouth but said nothing. Hayley gestured to the maid to report. Grateful, the maid smiled at Hayley, then turned to Amelia and curtsied, "Miss, Mr. Scott from the Scott family is here to see you." "What!" Amelia snapped out of her thoughts. She had completely forgotten about her appointment today! Amelia rushed downstairs, followed by the maid. "Where is