Chapter 45 Claudia had just wrapped up some work and returned to grab a coffee when she spotted Daniela shit danding by the counter , it struck her as od " Oh , you're back , " Daniella said smoothly , her expression now calm and composed . " What kind of coffen do you want ? I got caught up with something earlier and just came to place my order " Claudia didn't suspect anything , the server , however , rolled their eyes subtly but didn't say a aword . Aher placing their orders , the two women walked back to the office together . But Daniella's mind wasn't with her Her thoughts kept returning to what Ralph had said to Abigail . A sense of panic twisted in her chest . Her instincts told her that Ralph's feelings for Abril were not as indifferent as he claimed . That realization stirred a deep sense of crisis within her , That afternoon , as employees streamed out of the building , Stephen spotted Daniella and rushed over . But the smile on his face quickly frome when he saw her expression . His tone turned urgent . " Dani , what's wrong ? Did someone upset you ? " Daniella bit her lip and lifted her face . Her eyes were red . She shook her head but didn't answer his question . Stephen grew more anxious . " Dani , who was it ? Just tell me who " I'm fine , Stovie , Let's go home , " Daniella said softly as she got into the car , her voice still thick with emotion Stephen could only comply , but his heart was in turmoil . He was so focused on Daniella's tears that he completely forgot Bianca had asked him to pick up Abigail on the way Luckily , he forgot - because at that moment , Abigail had already taken a cab downtown after work to buy a gift for Adam . The car stopped in front of a pastry shop . It was a place Adam loved , though with his age and health , sugar intake had to be monitored . Abigail carefully picked out a selection of sugar - free treats . Afterward , she found a restaurant for dinner before taking a cab home . At Gibson Villa , Bianca's worried voice echoed through the living room . " Dani , don't cry , sweetheart . Did someone upset you ? Just tell us everything. have Stevie back you up . We can't let anyone make our princess cry . " Daniella sat on the sola , tears falling , looking heartbreakingly pitiful . Blanca was beside herself with worry . Stephen was pacing , clearly anxious . Seeing Daniella refuse to say anything , Stephen suddenly thought of someone and blurted out , " Was it Abigail ? Did she upset you again ? " A flicker of satisfaction passed through Daniella's eyes . She wasn't speaking on purpose , and she just wanted them to guess . Now , things just went on as she wanted . " Stevie , it's not Abby . It's just me … " Daniella choked up again , crying even harder . Stephen's worry turned into frustration . " If it wasn't Abigail , then who else ? Did she threaten you again and tell you not to complain This wasn't the first time something like this had happened . He remembered the grievances Daniella had suffered since Abigail returned three years ago . Stephen jumped to his feet and snapped , " I'm going to confront her " 1/2 Chapter 45 " Stevie , no , " Daniella called out . " Stevie , stop right there , " Bianca's voice rang out at the same time . " Let her finish , " Bianca shot Stephen a glare and said to Daniella , " Dani , just tell me the truth . Did Abigail bully you again ? " Daniella's eyes flickered as she wondered , " She isn't blaming Abigail right away ? For someone who claims to favor me so much , it's only been a few i and she's already tuming soft on her real daughter ? ' A fush of resentment surged inside her . Thinking of Ralph , Daniella made a silent vow - she had to marry him . " … I just saw Ralphie talking to Abby . What if he doesn't like me anymore ? " Daniella's tears spilled again . Stephen immediately retorted , " impossible . It Ralph doesn't like you , who would he like ? He only ever has you around . There's no way he'd fall for someone like Abigail ." The contempt in his voice was unmistakable . Bianca shot him a warning look , thinking bitterly , ' No matter what , Abigail is still his biological sister , How can he talk about her that way ? " Still , with everything Abigail's done , there's no way the Fletcher family would ever accept her . The Fletcher family has risen fast in recent years , and people say they're connected to one of the legacy families in Chesterwick " We finally have a chance at marrying into the Fletcher family . We can't let that chance slip With that thought , Blanca gently comforted Daniella . " Dani , Stevie is right . You're overthinking it . Hasn't Ralph always brought you gifts every time he visits ? If a man is willing to spend money on you , it means you matter to him . " Daniella lifted her tear - streaked face , her voice laced with dependence . " Really ? " Bianca stroked her hair , her voice soft . " Of course . You're so beautiful and capable . Why wouldn't Ralph like you ? " Daniella blushed , rested her head against Bianca's shoulder , and finally smiled . Seeing her calm down , Bianca and Stephen both relaxed as well . Stephen teased , " I'm going to have a word with Ralph tomorrow . I gotta make him pay for causing my dear sister to cry like this . " ' s eyes flickered , her tone almost hesitant . " Abby already broke off the engagement with Ralphie , Mom , do you think the Fletcher family will still agree to our engagement ? " Daniella's Bianca's smile faded . She had always believed Daniella would be the one to marry into the Fletcher family . Ө AD Comment Send gift No Ads