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Chapter 4 " My daughter ! " Sebastian , Eliana's father , dressed in a sharp suit , and Lucy , her mother . mix of joy and disbelief . eful in a flowing dress , rushed toward her , their facesa The second they saw Eliana seated next to Naams , they practically flew over to her , enveloping her in a tight embrace . Surrounded by the warm , familiar scent of her parents , Eliana glanced up at them . Before she even realized it , her arms were reaching out , pul them into a hug .

They'd already gotten the DNA test results before heading home . Sebastian , smack in the middle of a critical meeting when the news hit , had dropped everything right then and there . He didn't give a damn about the summed books on his team's faces as he bolted out the door - it could all w Lucy , in the middle of a theater rehearsal , had thrown everything aside , running out with no regard for her lines , desperate to meet t she'd longed for .

the daughter They'd waited far too long for this moment - eighteen agonizing years of searching , hoping , and wondering if their daughter would ever come back 10 them . For Eliana , it was almost too much . After years of enduring the neglect and mistreatment of the Garcia family , this overwhelming warmth and love felt almost foreign . Her chest tightened , and her tears fell freely as a lifetime of bottled - ups pain came rushing out , washing over her like a tidal sve .

For the first time In so long , she felt truly safe - truly seen . with unshed tears Sebastian , usually a man of steel couldn't hold back the lump in his throat . His voice cracked as he spoke , his eyes glistening " Sweetheart , I can't even begin to imagine what you've been through . But you're home now . Mom and I are here .

From this moment forward , you'll never have to suffer again " Laicy , a picture of elegance now undone by her emotions , was sobbing uncontrollably as she clung to Eliana . " Oh , my baby ! I've dreamed of this moment every single day . You're finally back finally home " " Dad Mom " Eliana's voice wavered as she looked at them , her eyes shimmering with emotion . Sebastian's hair , once a deep brown , was now shot through with streaks of silver .

Lucy , still every bit as elegant as she'd always been , carried the faint shadow of weariness on her face - a quiet testament to the years of relentless searching for their daughter Those years had taken their toll , no doubt , but they'd never stopped clinging to hope . Not once . Lucy reached out , gently cupping Eliana's face with trembling hands . Her eyes brimmed with tears as she whispered .

" Hearing you call me ' Mom … I can finally breathe easy now ." When Lucy had given birth to Eliana , she'd already been older , and the delivery had nearly cast her life . She'd always dreamed of a daughter to complete their family , a little sister for their firstborn son But face had played a cruel hand .

After all the anticipation , they had been shattered when they discovered their baby girl had been swapped at bith Lucy had even spiraled into postpartum depression , drowning in guilt and despair . If it hadn't been for the faint , flickering hope of finding Eliana one day , she might not have made it through those dark days . As Elana looked at them now , a profound warmth spread through her chest .

How lucky she was to have this moment , to be given a second chance to know them , to love them , She'd missed this in her past life - lost in a web of lies and misplaced priorities . But now , she would hold on with everything she had Her thoughts strayed to the eighteen long years they must have waited . Every day , holding on to hope . Every day , aching for their little girl to come bume . In her past life , they'd never gotten their wish . Hut not this time .

Determined to rewrite her fate , Eliana made a silent vow to herself she wouldn't let this chance slip away . This time , she'd hold onto this family , this love , with everything she had . No more regrets , no more missed chances . Lucy gently brushed Eliana's hair aside , a faint but noticeable scar on her forehead caught her eye . Naomi gasped , her voice tight with alarm . Elana ! How did you get that scar ?

Did someone hurt your Sebastian and Lucy leaned in closer , their faces clouded with worry . The genuine concern in their eyes sent a wave of warmth through Eliana . She shook her head quickly , reassuring them . " No , no one hurt me . It's just from a car accident . I had before coming here . Nothing serious , I promise . " " A car accident ? " Lucy's expression turned sharp with maternal concern . " What happened ? Are you sure you're okay ? Tell us everything .

" Sebastian didn't wait for an answer . He turned to a staff member nearby and barked , " Arrange a full medical checkup for Eliana . I want the best 1/3 doctors - we're not taking any chances ! " Eliana squeezed both their hands , pulling them gently toward the sofa as she tried to calm them down . " Really , I'm fine . The accident was actually what led me here . During treatment , the doctors noticed my blood type didn't match my adoptive parents .

That's how I ended up finding out about you . " Lucy's worried frown saftened , though her hand lingered protectively on Eliana's arm . " I see … And your adoptive parents - where are they from ! They raised you all these years . We should send them a proper gift to thank thein . " " They're the Garcia family from Avragow , " Eliana said evenly . Her voice didn't waver , but the history behind her words was heavy .

Things had been messy with the Garcias even before her time travel , but like it or not , she couldn't deny they were the ones who'd raised her . Despite the pain and misunderstandings , she had stayed with them out of gratitude . Sebastian's eyes narrowed . The Garcia family in Avragow ! " Lucy glanced at him . Do you know them , Honey ! " " Garcia … the name does sound familiar . Sebastian furrowed his brows , thinking for a moment . " Ah , right . We're planning a new project in Avragow .

and Garcia Group was one of the companies we initially ruled out . But since they raised you , how about this : I'll make sure they're included in the bid . Consider it a small gesture of thanks . Avragow and Dratora City were leagues apart . Dratora City was the capital , a sprawling metropolis that pulsed with power and influence , while Avragow was, at best , a second - tier city The Davis family was a financial juggernaut in Dratora City , their name synonymous with wealth and prestige .

The Garcia family , on the other hand , was just a moderately wealthy household in Avragow , Calling them " prestigious " was a stretch ; compared to the Davises , they were barely a blip on the radar - a family with a decent bank account but no real clout Eliana managed a faint smile . " Thanks , Dad . But actually… never mind . Lucy's eyes sharpened as she caught the hesitation in Eliana's voice " Sweetheart , did something happen with them ? Did they treat you poorly ? Were you hurt ?

" Eliana shook her head quickly . " No , it's nothing like that ' The truth was , before Willow came back into the picture Eliana's adoptive parents had been decent to her . Not perfect , but good enough . Then Willow returned , and everything flipped . Her adoptive parents started pulling away - at first subtly , then more obviously - until they were practically giving her the cold shoulder .

In it they sided completely with Willow , leaving Eliana out in the cold In her past life , she'd bent over backward trying to win their love , swallowing her pride again and again . But it was never enough time , Her worst mentiory of them was etched into her soul . On the day the was fighting for her life , battered and barely holding on , they didn't even bother to show up That betrayal was a scar that cut too deep to heal . Taking a deep breath , she decided to downplay it .

" Mom , Dad , the Garcias were okay to me . But now that their real daughter's back , it's better if we don't interfere in their lives : Maybe just send them a thank - you gift ? I think that's enough ." Lucy took her hand , her touch warm and reassuring . " Of course , sweetheart . If that's what you want , we'll respect it . Sebastian , let's arrange for a small gift to be seat over - no strings attached " But Lucy's sharp intuition told her there was more to the story .

She could sense Ellana was holding something back , probably memories too painful to share . While she didn't press for details , her opinion of the Garcia family had already hit rock bottom Just then , the sound of a car pulling up outside broke the moment . Lucy's face lit up . " Ellana , your brother's home ! " Bight on cue , the front door swung open , and Owen strode in . Towering and self - assured , he carried himself with an easy confidence .

His features were a perfect blend of Sebastian's sharp angles and Lucy's graceful beauty . Though pushing thirty , he had the youthful energy and charms of someone still in their prime . " Owen ! " Lucy called out , her voice brimming with excitement " Mom , Dad ," he greeted with a warm nod before his sharp , discerning gaze landed on the petite girl on the couch . His expression softened instantly , a trade of curiosity and tenderness in his eyes . "So … this is my sister !

" 2/3 Lucy's smile widened , practically bursting with pride . " Yes , this is Elana ! Go on , give your sister a hug ! " Owen grinned , a playful warmth in his expression as he stepped forward , opening his arms wide . " Eliana " " Eliana stood and walked into his embrace , her voice catching as she said softly , ' Owen E