Meanwhile, as Alexander and Eleanor returned home, they heard laughter coming from the living room, a sign that there were guests.
When they entered, they found Valeria in a lively conversation with a woman about her age.
"Eleanor, come here. This is Aunt Sims. She usually held you when you were a baby.” Valeria enthusiastically introduced the woman to Eleanor, completely ignoring Alexander by her side.
Aunt Sims’ name was Jean Sims. Her appearance was modest yet undeniably high-end, wearing luxurious brands. On her finger sparkled an enormous ruby ring, and a Vacheron Constantin watch adorned her wrist.
Jean, though opulently dressed, had once been Valeria’s colleague. However, years ago, her family business abroad called her away from Golden Harbor, and she took on part of her family
