Chapter 497 Yearning (Fifteen)

• It was evident that Samantha Wembley had also overheard the gossip circulating, prompting her to stand up deliberately in defense of Chadwick Fullner.
• Two hours flew by swiftly. The final stop revealed a countryside setting, a village on the outskirts of Millsborough. While not secluded, it exuded a distinctly rural charm.
• Upon disembarking from the bus, many parents displayed excitement, given the affluent background of the group. For some, this marked their first encounter with a countryside setting, making it a novel experience for both parents and children alike. Most of the parents had never ventured into such rural areas before, let alone their children.