Chapter 225

Deep down, Grace wasn't really too lazy to search. She was just afraid of what she might find. When she heard a noise from inside the door earlier, she was so angry that her whole body shook. What if she had gone to the hotel and had actually found Oliver there? She decided to stop searching. James had no choice but to drive her back home. When they arrived, Juniper was just leaving. "Grace, I was looking for you." Grace was dejected as she asked, "Juniper, did you need something?" "It's nothing serious. Oliver was worried you'd be bored at home this afternoon, so he asked me to take you shopping for new clothes. It's getting colder soon," Juniper said, showing concern. She glanced at Grace's dress. "It's autumn now, and wearing a skirt is too chilly. We need to buy something warmer to keep you comfortable." Grace shook her head wearily and said, "Juniper, you go ahead. I'm going upstairs." With that, she trudged up the stairs, looking lost and dejected. Back in her bedroom, she