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Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 681-In that instance, Luna felt as though her life was hanging by a thread.

Caleb swiftly intervened, stepping forward and pleading, “Tim, calm down, please.” With a steely expression, Timothy gradually released his grip, allowing Luna to breathe freely once again as she clutched her neck, gasping for air.

Caleb couldn’t help but sigh. “Luna, you’re well aware that Tim can’t seem to move on from Mia. Why would you deliberately say something like that to provoke him?” Luna towered her gaze, concealing the frustration simmering within her; she couldn’t bear the thought of losing Timothy to someone else.

Returning to her room, Mia stole a glance at the sleeping Ginger before silently heading into the bathroom for a warm shower.

As Mia recalled Timothy’s haste to rescue Luna earlier, a hint of mockery flickered in her eyes. Suddenly, a wave of dizziness washed over her, causing her head to spin.

Mia shut her eyes tightly, bracing herself against the sink as a whirlwind of unfamiliar images flooded her mind. People and buildings flashed before her, each one foreign and unknown.

Yet, amidst the chaos, one figure stood out–a man who felt strangely familiar.

When she opened her eyes once more, a faint memory flickered within her.

The following morning, Mia awoke to find Ginger nestled beside her, her innocent voice breaking the silence. “Mommy, are you awake? How did your little experiment go last night?

Observing Ginger’s hopeful gaze, Mia paused for a moment before addressing her, “Ginger, Mommy has something to share with you. Please try not to feel disappointed or upset when you hear it.” “Mommy, did the nice man not pass the test?” Mia tenderly caressed Ginger’s cheek. “Ginger, it seems we may have been mistaken about someone. Caleb is not your father.” Ginger’s eyes widened in shock. “Mommy, then who is my daddy?” Mia retrieved a family photograph and presented it to Ginger, asking, “Does your brother resemble someone familiar to you?” Ginger scrutinized the photo intently before exclaiming, “Sage looks just like that nice uncle!” Mia confirmed, “It seems that we’ve got everything wrong from the beginning. He is your father, not Caleb.” Ginger’s eyes brightened momentarily, but then she regained her composure and stole a glance at Mia’s expression. “Mommy, is that nice uncle really a bad guy?” At first, Ginger had perceived Timothy as a good person.

Otherwise, she wouldn’t have wanted Timothy to be her daddy!

But now, after Mia’s revelation that Timothy was a bad guy, Ginger’s thoughts became muddled.

She found herself caught between feelings of happiness and sorrow.

Mia enveloped Ginger in a comforting embrace, planting a tender kiss on her forehead. “I’m sorry if I’ve let you down.” “Mommy, you didn’t disappoint me,” Ginger responded earnestly.

Tears welled up in Ginger’s eyes as she covered her mouth, her gaze fixed on Mia. “Mommy, why did that nice uncle leave us in the first place?” With Luna on her mind, Mia paused before responding, “I guess it’s because he found someone else. After all, I was just an ordinary commoner back then, and prestigious families. wouldn’t accept a woman of my status as their daughter–in–law.” Having grown up in the esteemed Lane family, Ginger had seen similar situations before and understood the implications.

With a pout, Ginger declared, “Mommy, I’ve decided I don’t want him to be my daddy.” Mia gently ruffled Ginger’s hair and reassured her, “Mommy will do her best to find you another daddy. I promise, okay?” the After spending a few moments playing on the bed, Mia eventually got up and drew open hotel curtains, revealing the clear sky outside. She remarked softly, “The rain has stopped.”

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 682-It seemed that the relentless rain had finally subsided after several days.

This meant that Mia could soon depart from Xanier Island with Ginger.

After changing her outfit, Mia escorted Ginger downstairs to the restaurant for a meal.

While Mia was picking out food for Ginger, Ginger suddenly glanced to the side and remarked, “Mommy, the nice uncle… no, I mean, the bad guy is here.” Mia’s expression momentarily froze. She turned her head and spotted Timothy and Caleb entering the restaurant together.

The restaurant appeared to be quite busy. Mia stole a glance at them before quickly looking away. “Ginger, concentrate on eating your meal, alright?” With that, Mia turned around and reached for a plate, serving herself her favorite breakfast from the buffet.

However, she soon noticed Timothy approaching from the corner of her eye. Despite his presence, she remained focused on selecting her food and didn’t acknowledge him.

As Timothy drew nearer, Mia quickly turned and walked away with her plate, her footsteps echoing from the click of her high heels.

Timothy stood in place, his gaze intensifying as he watched her retreating figure.

Meanwhile, Mia headed straight to the nearby food counter, her mood visibly lifted.

However, Caleb soon approached her. “Ms. Monalize, now that the rain has stopped, the airport will likely resume operations soon. When do you plan to leave?” Mia lifted her eyes and met Caleb’s gaze. “I’ll leave whenever I decide.” “Ms. Monalize, let’s get straight to the point. What conditions do you need in exchange for the reishi mushroom?” Caleb asked bluntly.

So, it seemed that everything ultimately came down to the reishi mushroom.

Mia noticed Timothy approaching from a distance and glanced down, a smirk playing on her lips. “The conditions are rather straightforward.

“Just have Luna kneel at the hotel and publicly admit her mistake to me. Only then will I consider giving you the reishi mushroom.” 1/2 Caleb was taken aback “But you already punished Lama yesterday. Jan’t that enough?” Mia’s gaze turned cold as she poured her beverage toward Caleb, With a disingenuous tone, she remarked, “Oh, my apologies, that was entirely intentional, Consider it a stroke of luck on your part.” Caleb was puzzled. Suppressing his frustration, he inquired, “Ms. Monalize, what do you mean by this?” “Quite literally, I wanted you to understand how it feels to be splashed with water for no reason “Indeed, it’s an unpleasant sensation,” Caleb conceded to himself.

Following her demonstration, Mia couldn’t help but notice Timothy standing behind Caleb. Without a word, she turned and lett, feeling the weight of his gaze lingering on her back.

Meanwhile, Caleb turned to Timothy, expressing his concern, “You heard her conditions, Obtaining the reishi mushroom won’t be easy!

“I have my own plans for this matter,” Timothy responded cryptically.

His gaze drifted toward Mia and Ginger seated together. For some reason, he couldn’t tear his eyes away from them.

As Ginger looked around, she caught Timothy’s lingering gaze. She couldn’t resist playfully swaying her feet; after all, children weren’t typically so composed.

In a whisper, Ginger voiced her concern, “Mommy, someone keeps staring at us.” Mia was well aware of who was observing them. She glanced at Ginger and said, “Don’t worry about him.” “Mommy, does he know who you are?” “He probably hasn’t figured it out yet.” from Wade: “There’s a lucrative offer on the table for Shortly after, Mia received a consider it?

the reishi mushroom. Ms. Mia, should we consider it?” Taking a moment to ponder, Mia replied: “Let’s negotiate the terms.” Since there was a potential buyer, Mia saw no reason to refuse.

After all, she had reservations about selling to Timothy,

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 683-Shortly after, Timothy received a call from Heath. “Mr. Barrett, the seller mentioned that they’ll give it some thought, but they’re eager to delve further into the price. It seems they’re aiming to negotiate for a higher price!” Timothy’s gaze narrowed slightly as he observed Ginger and Mia seated at the adjacent dining table.

In a composed tone, he said, “Let’s hold off on conceding to the price for now. We should observe the situation a bit longer before making a decision.” If Timothy were to agree too hastily on the price, Mia might become suspicious.

Caleb couldn’t help but overhear their conversation and whispered, “Tim, do you plan to send someone to approach Monalize again?” “Mm–hmm.” “That sounds like a solid plan. It’s clear she has some doubts about us. She certainly won’t agree to sell us the reishi mushrooms,” Caleb replied.

With lingering stains on his clothes from earlier, Caleb looked visibly frustrated as he continued, “Tim, I’m beginning to suspect that woman might not actually be Mia.” Her character was utterly despicable, resembling that of a witch!

Timothy remained composed as he emphasized, “Our priority right now should be acquiring the reishi mushrooms to cure Grandma.” As for whether that woman truly was Mia, Timothy would have plenty of time to unravel that mystery later.

“Tim, once the rain subsides, they’ll likely book the earliest available flight out of the airport. How do we plan to locate them then?” “I’ve struck a deal with Tanner. We’ll soon uncover her true identity.” After all, there were no secrets in this world that incentives couldn’t uncover.

Timothy’s gaze once again fell upon Ginger and Mia, his eyes piercing.

Not far away, Mia patiently waited for Ginger to finish her meal.

With a sigh of relief, she remarked, “Let’s head back to the room and pack up. Your uncles must be missing you, it’s been a while since they’ve seen you.” “I miss them too, Mommy! I want to bring them some gifts!” “Okay, let’s go,” Mia replied, granting permission to Ginger.

Knowing how much her brothers adored Ginger, Mia was certain they would cherish even the simplest gifts she brought them, perhaps even boasting about them on social media.

As Mia went shopping with Ginger, she was interrupted by a call from Nicholas. Her expression grew serious as she answered, “Hello, Nick. Why are you calling out of the blue? Is everything alright with Sage?” During her pregnancy, Mia faced numerous challenges, ultimately giving birth to her two children prematurely.

However, Sage’s health had always been more fragile than Ginger’s, requiring constant care from Nicholas.

Recently, Nicholas‘ medical team developed a medication to treat Sage’s condition, but it came with uncontrollable side effects.

“The complications have manifested,” Nicholas informed.

Mia’s heart raced. “What kind of complications?” “It’s leukemia. Sage’s platelet levels will be affected. He requires a bone marrow transplant, or we could explore the option of umbilical cord blood.” Mia felt a surge of anxiety. “Use my bone marrow.

“I’ve already conducted tests on your blood as well as your family’s, yet none of the samples match. That’s why I’m reaching out to you. There’s still one person left to check for a bone marrow match.” Upon hearing this, Mia immediately recalled who that person might be.

She took a deep breath and asked, “Are you certain that Sage’s father would be a compatible match?” “In general, none of you are suitable donors. He appears to be the most likely candidate.” “I understand.” Mia’s gaze lingered on the vast expanse of the ocean, fully aware of the task at hand- convincing Timothy to agree to the bone marrow match.

In the event of a successful match, she would require Timothy’s consent to donate his bone marrow to Sage.

On the phone, Nicholas raised a concern, “If Timothy agrees to the bone marrow matching, he might uncover Sage’s true identity.”

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 684-“I’ll figure something out. I’m ready to do whatever it takes to save Sage.” Regaining her composure, Mia continued, “How much time do we have left?” “We prefer it to be as soon as possible, but definitely within a month.” “Understood.” After ending the call, Mia rubbed her eyes wearily. She had hoped to steer clear of any further entanglements with the Barrett family after departing from Xanier Island this time.

However, it seemed that she couldn’t evade them just yet.

Without delay, she messaged Wade: “Hold off on selling the reishi mushrooms for now.

The circumstances had shifted; the reishi mushrooms were now an essential component of the deal with Timothy.

However, N Mia was determined not to reveal Sage’s existence, so she needed to devise a flawless plan.

“Mommy, look at the gifts I chose!” Ginger exclaimed, appearing with a bunch of plush toys, her eyes sparkling with joy.

Mia forced a smile as she walked over. “Are these presents for your uncles or you?

Since they were all plush toys, it was apparent that these were the sorts of gifts Ginger would like.

“Mommy, what’s wrong? Are you feeling sad?” Ginger couldn’t help but notice Mia’s somber expression.

Setting the toys down, she reached out and gently touched Mia’s face. “Mommy, what’s the matter?” “Ginger, Mommy wants to have a conversation with you about something.” Mia felt it was crucial to be honest with Ginger about the situation. After all, they had no secrets between them, and Mia didn’t want to withhold anything from her regarding this matter.

Ten minutes later, tears welled up in Ginger’s eyes. She choked back her emotions and asked, “Mommy, is Sage going to die?” 1/3 Chapter 684 “I’ll figure something out. I’m ready to do whatever it takes to save Sage.” Regaining her composure, Mia continued, “How much time do we have left?” “We prefer it to be as soon as possible, but definitely within a month.” “Understood.” After ending the call, Mia rubbed her eyes wearily. She had hoped to steer clear of any further entanglements with the Barrett family after departing from Xanier Island this time.

However, it seemed that she couldn’t evade them just yet.

Without delay, she messaged Wade: “Hold off on selling the reishi mushrooms for now.” The circumstances had shifted; the reishi mushrooms were now an essential component of the deal with Timothy.

However, Mia was determined not to reveal Sage’s existence, so she needed to devise a flawless plan.

“Mommy, look at the gifts I chose!” Ginger exclaimed, appearing with a bunch of plush toys, her eyes sparkling with joy.

Mia forced a smile as she walked over. “Are these presents for your uncles or you?” Since they were all plush toys, it was apparent that these were the sorts of gifts Ginger would like.

27 “Mommy, what’s wrong? Are you feeling sad?” Ginger couldn’t help but notice Mia’s somber expression.

Setting the toys down, she reached out and gently touched Mia’s face. “Mommy, what’s the matter?” “Ginger, Mommy wants to have a conversation with you about something.” Mia felt it was crucial to be honest with Ginger about the situation. After all, they had no secrets between them, and Mia didn’t want to withhold anything from her regarding this matter.

Ten minutes later, tears welled up in Ginger’s eyes. She choked back her emotions and asked, “Mommy, is Sage going to die?” 1/3 +15 BONUS Mia held Ginger close and reassured her, “No, he won’t. If the bone marrow match is successful, Sage will be alright.” Ginger nodded obediently in response. “Yes, Mommy, I understand. Don’t worry, I’ll do everything I can to complete the mission!” Mià affectionately kissed Ginger’s forehead and remarked, “You’re such a trooper.” “For Sage, it’s not difficult at all. He’s the one I love the most.” Ginger was aware that Sage’s health condition hindered him from having a regular childhood, such as going to kindergarten.

Hence, Ginger was determined to help Sage recover as soon as possible.

After Mia and Ginger returned from their shopping trip, Wade approached Mia. “Ms. Mia, the buyer is demanding an explanation for why you’re canceling the deal. They seem quite anxious.” “No matter how anxious they are, it won’t change anything. Just inform them that the reishi mushrooms are no longer available for sale.” Mia had different plans for the reishi mushrooms now.

Upon receiving the confirmation, Wade promptly rejected the buyer’s offer.

Timothy quickly received the news, his expression turning sour. With a frown, he asked, Did they offer any explanation on why they suddenly withdrew from the sale?” were “They quite adamant in their decision; they simply stated they wouldn’t sell the mushrooms anymore.” “Could it be that Ms. Monalize was aware that we’re the potential buyers?” Caleb asked, sounding slightly puzzled.

Standing nearby, Heath interjected, “That shouldn’t be the case. We’ve been extremely careful, so it’s unlikely that we would have been discovered so soon.” Timothy, too, was perplexed, unable to decipher Mia’s intentions.

Just then, Timothy’s phone rang. Upon seeing the caller ID, he paused for a moment before answering, “Hello.” “Mister, are you busy?” Ginger’s sweet voice came through from the other end of the line. Timothy couldn’t help but soften his tone as he replied, “I’m not busy at all. What’s the

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 685-Timothy found himself somewhat taken aback when Ginger called him; he could almost visualize her holding her Apple watch.

His typically stern demeanor unexpectedly softened at the sound of her voice.

“Mister, I’m about to leave, and I have a gift for you.” At her words, Timothy’s lips curved slightly. “Why are you getting me a gift?” ‘Because I want to thank you for safely taking me from the airport to the hotel, so I can reunite with my Mommy! She always tells me we should know how to repay kindness.” Ginger’s adorable voice had a melting effect.

Timothy responded gently, “Alright.” After agreeing on the meeting place and ending the call, Timothy found himself smiling slightly.

He had never been particularly fond of children, often finding them bothersome, but Ginger seemed to be an exception in his eyes.

Caleb asked tentatively, “Tim, who called you? And what’s with the gift and the restaurant meeting?” Could it be Monalize again?

Last time, she even gave Tim underwear; who knew what she would give this time?

Timothy responded casually, “Ginger called, saying she has a gift for me.” “Oh, so Ginger got you a gift, but what about me, her supposed ‘sugar daddy‘? Nothing, huh?

וו Caleb couldn’t suppress his jealousy!

Timothy raised an eyebrow as he looked at Caleb and remarked, “If you admit that you’re an unreliable ‘sugar daddy,‘ why do you still expect to receive gifts? You should be preparing to give a gift to Ginger instead.” “Why would I bother getting her a present? She’s just as stubborn and assertive as her mother. It’s baffling, isn’t it? Why does Ms. Monalize insist I’m Ginger’s father, yet she never invites me and keeps arranging meetings with you?” “Because you’re too ugly!” Caleb was taken aback, feeling unfairly targeted.

Meanwhile, after ending the call, Ginger tilted her head and informed, “Mommy, he agreed to meet at the restaurant.” “Great job, sweetie. All you need to do is go and give him the gift; Mommy will take care of everything else.” Mia and Ginger had already coordinated their plan. When it came time to exchange gifts, Ginger would seize the moment and pretend to faint.

Following Ginger’s act, Mia would use the opportunity to inform Timothy about Ginger’s supposed illness, emphasizing the urgent need for blood matching and transfusion.

With this pretext, Mia planned to smoothly transition into negotiating a deal with Timothy involving the reishi mushroom.

With everything ready, Ginger and Mia proceeded to the restaurant. Yet, after waiting for half an hour, Timothy still hadn’t arrived.

Eventually, Caleb approached them with several large gift boxes, sweating profusely. “Here, these are the gifts Tim prepared for Ginger.” Noticing Timothy’s absence, Mia was taken aback, inquiring, “Where’s Mr. Barrett?” “He had to attend to an urgent matter at home and needed to leave quickly. He’s already taken off in a private helicopter,” Caleb replied.

Upon hearing this explanation, suspicion flickered in Mia’s eyes.

She couldn’t shake the feeling that Timothy’s departure timing seemed too coincidental. He could have left Xanier Island sooner or later, yet he chose to leave precisely at this critical moment.

Glancing down at Ginger, Caleb detected a hint of disappointment in her eyes.

Unable to hold back, he explained, “Tim has a sick relative at home, and their condition isn’t good right now. That’s why he needed to rush back; it might even be their final meeting.

“You should try to understand him. These gifts were all handpicked by him for you.” Upon hearing the words “sick relative“, Ginger obediently replied, “I understand. There’s an important person in my family who’s also sick…” TIR DUNUS “Ginger,” Mia immediately interjected.

It seemed that Ginger’s naivety and straightforwardness often led her to inadvertently reveal confidential information.

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 686-Mia turned to Caleb and remarked, “So, this is why Mr. Barrett was seeking reishi mushrooms?

“But as far as I know, reishi mushrooms aren’t capable of treating incurable diseases; they’re primarily used to prevent muscle atrophy and stimulate neurons.

“Typically, only those with full–body paralysis or in a vegetative state would require reishi mushrooms.” “Yes, Tim’s grandmother has entered a vegetative state, so she needs reishi mushrooms.” Timothy’s grandmother?

Laura?

Mia’s brow furrowed as she recalled the details from her investigation, realizing that it was Laura who had orchestrated her marriage into the Barrett family as a commoner.

Although it initially seemed like Mia had a stroke of luck, marrying someone on their deathbed left her pondering whether it was ultimately a blessing or a curse.

However, this situation also presented an opportunity.

Mia nodded thoughtfully before remarking, “So, Mr. Barrett needed the reishi mushrooms for a sick family member. I had assumed he intended to sell them for profit.” “Ms. Monalize, Tim is the heir of the esteemed Barrett family in Bern City. Money is hardly an issue for him. He truly is obtaining these mushrooms for his grandmother. So, may I kindly request that you sell them to us?” Mia narrowed her eyes slightly. “This matter is open to negotiation, but I must personally verify whether or not you’re trying to deceive me. Coincidentally, I have a project to discuss in Bern City, so I’ll take this opportunity to visit!” Ginger and Caleb were taken aback by her declaration.

Mia glanced at them, her expression tinged with a hint of awkwardness. “What’s wrong? Can’t I drop by?” Caleb quickly nodded, confirming, “Certainly, you can, Ms. Monalize. As long as you’re willing to sell us the reishi mushrooms, we’re open to any conditions. I’ll arrange the plane tickets immediately. Do either of you have any objections?” Ginger promptly raised her hand. “None at all.” Mia glanced at Ginger, waiting until Caleb stepped away to make the ticket reservation call. She then leaned down and whispered to Ginger, “Do you want to accompany me to Bern City?” “Yes, Mommy. If I stay behind, how will your plan work? Besides, I’m quite good at pretending to be sick, so he surely won’t suspect it’s for Sage’s treatment.” Mia affectionately patted Ginger’s head and smiled, saying, “Alright, then we’ll pay a visit to the Barrett family in Bern City.” Mia was also curious about the place that had caused her so much distress before.

An hour later, Mia discreetly escorted Ginger to the airport.

Even Wade remained oblivious to their plan.

If Wade were to find out, her brothers would soon follow suit, and they certainly wouldn’t approve of her visiting the Barrett family in Bern City.

But for Sage’s sake, this journey was necessary.

As the plane ascended into the sky, Mia watched the shrinking silhouette of Xanier Island below. Contemplating Sage’s illness, her gaze hardened with determination.

Seven hours later, the aircraft touched down at Bern City International Airport.

Mia gently lifted the sleeping Ginger from her seat. Despite Ginger’s excitement during the flight, she had drifted off to sleep just before they landed.

Mia’s arms began to ache from carrying Ginger; after all, Ginger had grown considerably.

Caleb murmured, “Let me carry her.” Mia glanced at him briefly before handing Ginger over to him. It seemed only fair to take advantage of the free assistance.

Exiting the airport, Mia surveyed the surroundings she had once frequented, yet found herself unable to recall anything.

“Caleb, what is she doing here?” Luna suddenly inquired, having just descended from a private jet.

Luna had rushed back upon learning of Laura’s deteriorating condition, feeling compelled to witness it firsthand.

2/13 +15 BONUS However, she hadn’t anticipated seeing that woman again! The woman who bore such a striking resemblance was at the airport too!

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 687-Caleb remained silent and got into the car with Ginger, who was still sound asleep. He didn’t want to disturb her rest with their conversation.

Observing Caleb’s protective demeanor toward Ginger made Luna feel somewhat uneasy.

Sporting black sunglasses, Mia regarded Luna with a smirk. “What’s wrong? Are you surprised to see me here? You’ve got some nerve showing up in front of me again. It seems the lesson from before wasn’t harsh enough.” Startled, Luna instinctively took a few steps back. The memory of her close encounter with a shark while submerged in the ocean felt like a haunting nightmare that she couldn’t shake off.

Nonetheless, upon realizing they were in Bern City and not Xanier Island, Luna straightened her posture and remarked, “Ms. Monalize, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. This is the domain of the Barrett family in Bern City, not the insignificant Xanier Island.” “I’m sorry, but I always carry myself confidently wherever I am. You better not try to provoke me, or I guarantee you’ll regret it for the rest of your life,” Mia asserted firmly before entering the car, stealing a glance at the sleeping Ginger beside her.

Standing outside the car, Caleb cleared his throat before addressing Luna, “Ms. Monalize is an esteemed guest of the Barrett family. Please be mindful of your manners.” After all, Mia had promised to supply reishi mushrooms to the Barretts, so it was essential to treat her with respect.

Luna was utterly furious. “Caleb, how could you also fall for her deception? What makes her an esteemed guest? She’s merely an impostor.” “Enough, Luna. Watch what you say, or you might bring trouble upon yourself,” Caleb replied, sensing Luna’s irrationality.

Despite already mentioning that Monalize was an honored guest of the Barrett family, Luna persisted in making disrespectful remarks.

With that, Caleb entered the car and drove off, paying no further heed to Luna.

Frustrated, Luna stomped her foot as she watched the car leave. She couldn’t comprehend why Caleb would bring Mia to Bern City, let alone claim she was a distinguished guest of the Barrett family.

Did Mia perhaps agree to give up the reishi mushrooms?

Luna felt a shiver run down her spine as this possibility crossed her mind. “This is troubling, “she muttered.

Without hesitation, she flagged down a taxi and followed them to the hospital.

If the reishi mushrooms did succeed in awakening Laura, wouldn’t that also mean that the truth from years ago would come to light?

A glimmer of hostility flashed in Luna’s eyes. This was certainly unexpected.

Luna had anticipated Laura’s demise upon her return, only to be caught off guard by the unforeseen introduction of the reishi mushrooms, much like an abrupt twist of fate.

An hour later, the vehicle pulled up outside the hospital.

Mia looked up at the brightly illuminated hospital building before stealing a glance at the slumbering Ginger.

Standing nearby, Caleb reassured her in a soft voice, “Joe will take care of Ginger. You don’t need to worry. No one in Bern City would dare to cause trouble for the Barrett family.” Upon hearing Caleb’s words, Mia finally relaxed and stepped out of the car. She followed Caleb as they entered the hospital together.

Mia clutched the box of reishi mushrooms tightly as she watched the elevator’s display numbers flicker, feeling an unexpected surge of nerves creeping in.

As Mia emerged from the elevator, she headed straight for the area outside the emergency.

room.

Laura was still in critical condition, undergoing resuscitation efforts. According to Caleb, the situation appeared quite grim.

Mia glanced up and noticed Timothy’s silhouette. He was engaged in conversation with a doctor, his handsome features displaying a serious expression, his brow furrowed in concern.

Besides Timothy, there was a young woman with a designer handbag. As she neared, Mia caught a strong scent of her perfume.

Caleb stepped forward and announced, “Tim, the reishi mushrooms have been successfully brought back.” Timothy glanced up at Mia, his intense gaze fixed on the box she held. After a moment of

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 688-Mia approached Timothy with the box and handed it to him directly, urging, “Please prioritize saving the patient. However, considering Mrs. Barrett Senior’s current condition, I’m afraid a single stalk of reishi mushroom won’t be enough.” Reishi mushrooms were rare commodities, typically traded only in black market auctions. like those in Xanier Island. They were scarcely available on the open market.

Timothy’s expression grew serious. “Regardless, let’s give it a shot first.” With that, the reishi mushrooms were promptly taken away by the doctor.

Mia couldn’t help but observe the lady, whose perfume was rather strong, staring at her in astonishment. As Mia turned her head, her red lips curved subtly.

Startled by Mia’s smile, Shelly felt a shiver creep down her spine. She promptly stood up and hid behind Timothy, stammering, “T–Tim, who is she?” Why did this woman resemble Mia so closely? There wasn’t even a hint of plastic surgery!

Upon hearing the woman address Timothy as “Tim,” Mia swiftly deduced her identity as his cousin presumably Shelly, the second heiress of the Barrett family.

However, when Shelly spotted Mia, her reaction resembled that of a mouse encountering at cat, her eyes betraying a flicker of guilt.

Could it be that she was also involved in the troubles Mia faced within the Barrett family before?

Contemplating this possibility, Mia’s gaze darkened, but the smirk on her lips only grew wider.

Taking the initiative, Mia addressed Shelly, stating, “Hello, my last name is Langford. You may call me Monalize.” Shelly swallowed nervously. “Your last name is Langford?” Fortunately, it wasn’t Lane!

Shelly couldn’t help but sigh in relief. Nonetheless, the uncanny resemblance of Monalize’s face left her unsettled, almost as though she were face to face with Mia.

At that moment, the doctor approached Timothy and informed him, “We need your presence here to address the issue concerning the reishi mushrooms. There are important decisions that require your input.” Without hesitation, Timothy followed the doctor promptly.

Meanwhile, Mia stood still, observing the blinking lights emanating from the emergency гоот From Timothy’s tense expression, it was evident that he was deeply worried about Laura, who was receiving treatment inside.

An awkward tension lingered in the corridor.

Shelly couldn’t help but secretly observe Mia, sensing that something was amiss.

She began to wonder why Timothy had traveled to Xanier Island to purchase reishi mushrooms, only to return with a woman who bore an uncanny resemblance to Mia.

However, Shelly’s eyes widened in surprise when she noticed the handbag Mia was holding “Is that the limited edition rare leather bag from Vior’s anniversary collection? And in the smallest size, too! That size is notoriously difficult to find!” Mia replied nonchalantly, “Oh, is it? I actually have it in another color, but I haven’t used it much because it doesn’t suit my taste.” Shelly’s face immediately brightened with surprise. “If you’re not using it, could you consider selling it to me? We can negotiate the price!” In Bern City, this handbag was highly sought after by everyone.

After being embarrassed by those women for missing out last time, Shelly was determined to get the bag this time and teach them a lesson!

Seeing Shelly take the bait, Mia nodded graciously and said, “Of course. But since you’re Mr. Barrett’s cousin, it seems a bit formal to discuss payment. Let’s consider it a gift from me to you.” “Really?” Shelly was elated. She hadn’t anticipated Mia’s generosity in simply giving her the bag. After all, it was a rare and expensive item.

As they exchanged WhatsApp contacts, Shelly tentatively asked, “Monalize, did you meet Tim on Xanier Island?” “Yes, he reached out to me to purchase some reishi mushrooms.” Mia’s gaze drifted toward the emergency room. “Anyway, how did Mrs. Barrett Senior end

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 689-Mia had looked into the Barrett family’s background, but all she found was information about Laura’s illness. The reasons behind her vegetative state remained a mystery.

What was clear, though, was that Laura’s deterioration had started around the time Mia left the Barrett family four years ago.

The timing of these two events sparked Mia’s suspicions, suggesting a possible connection between them.

Meanwhile, Shelly, still reveling in her newfound designer bag, spoke candidly, “It’s all because of Tim’s awful ex–wife. She’s the one responsible for Grandma’s condition. Initially, Grandma was recovering well from her surgery, but then everything took a turn for the worse.” Upon hearing the mention of the “awful ex–wife,” Mia’s expression turned cold. “Is that so? Please, enlighten me. How exactly did this ex–wife contribute to Mrs. Barrett Senior’s condition?” Just as Shelly was about to speak, her gaze met Monalize’s, whose features bore a striking resemblance to Mia’s.

Shelly abruptly went quiet, guilt flickering in her eyes. Speaking with Monalize felt eerily similar to conversing with Mia herself.

Despite this, Shelly was determined not to abandon the limited edition bag she had just acquired. She mustered a forced smile and asked, “Monalize, what piques your interest about the past?” Could this woman truly be Mia?

It seemed implausible. Mia was supposed to be dead, and no one dared to utter her name in Timothy’s presence.

Mia responded with a cryptic smile, “Well, Mr. Barrett mentioned that his ex–wife bears a striking resemblance to me, so naturally, I’m curious about their history.” Shelly breathed a sigh of relief. That explained it. Surely, this gracious woman standing before her couldn’t possibly be Mia.

At that moment, Luna arrived at the hospital. Rushing out of the elevator, she spotted Shelly standing with Monalize, yet the box containing the reishi mushrooms was nowhere in sight.

1/3 Luna’s heart sank, and she immediately called out, “Shelly!” “Hey, Luna, you’re back too. Did you manage to find those shoes I asked for, the ones from the Black Pearl Series?” Luna forced a smile as she replied, “Sorry, Shelly. I checked, but they didn’t have the shoes you wanted, so I didn’t bring them back.” Shelly’s expression darkened as Luna’s words sank in.

Mia interjected, “Shelly, were you referring to the Vior Black Pearl collection shoes? What size do you wear?” Shelly’s eyes lit up instantly. “I wear size 37.” Mia feigned a disappointed sigh. “That’s a shame. I bought size 36 shoes when I was on Xanier Island, so they probably wouldn’t fit you. Otherwise, I would have gladly given you the shoes.‘ “Really? You’d do that for me?” Shelly swiftly changed her tune. “You know, Monalize, I actually wear sizes between 36 and 37, so this size might just fit. I’ve heard that this series tends to run large, so fingers crossed.

Observing Shelly’s greedy demeanor, Mia’s eyes betrayed a trace of mockery. It seemed that her former cousin–in–law was rather vain.

However, the truth was that the Vior Black Pearl series shoes didn’t typically run large. If anything, they tended to run slightly small.

But for Shelly, this was also a blessing in disguise. After all, any issue that could be resolved. with money wasn’t truly a problem.

Mia graciously responded, “Of course, I happened to pick up some new shoes during my time on Xanier Island as well. I’ve only tried them on once and haven’t actually worn them out yet. I hope you don’t mind, Shelly.” “Not at all. Monalize, you’re too generous,” Shelly exclaimed, her eyes shining with excitement.

She was finally going to acquire those coveted Black Pearl shoes, along with the handbag she was about to receive. This time, Shelly was determined to exact her revenge on those snobbish ladies!

Observing Shelly’s expression, Luna couldn’t help but interject, “Shelly, those shoes seem to be on the smaller side. You might not be able to wear them.”

Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 690-Shelly swiftly dismissed Luna’s concerns. Instead, she sounded rather pleased with herself.” Luna, I’ve been eyeing those shoes for a while now, and I’m quite knowledgeable about them. I’m sure you must be mistaken.” Regardless of whether the shoes were large or small, Shelly was determined to acquire them.

Why would Luna attempt to spoil things at such a pivotal moment?

Luna was aware of Shelly’s vanity, yet she was determined not to let Monalize prevail.

She discreetly took Shelly aside and murmured, “Shelly, how can you be so quick to accept gifts from her? Haven’t you noticed the uncanny resemblance she bears to someone?” Was Shelly that oblivious?

Shelly’s demeanor grew slightly uneasy as she responded, “I’m aware that Monalize resembles Mia. However, they’re not the same person; it’s just a coincidence that they look alike.” “Shelly, you’re too naive. You don’t understand how dangerous she could be. She might be a cunning witch, possibly Mia resurrected, seeking revenge,” Luna cautioned, her voice barely above a whisper.

Upon hearing Luna’s words, Shelly’s expression froze. “That’s unlikely. They simply share a resemblance, that’s all,” she insisted.

If it were indeed Mia, she wouldn’t be so generous with these designer items.

Observing the two women exchanging whispers, Mia gave Shelly a subtle smile before speaking, “Shelly, I’ve already instructed my assistant to bring over the bag and shoes. You can simply pick them up later.” “Really? Monalize, you’re too kind,” Shelly exclaimed.

She was thrilled about the designer items and eagerly approached Mia, brimming with excitement.

Luna’s tone sharpened. “Monalize, it’s your first time meeting Shelly today, yet you’re offering her luxury items out of nowhere. It makes one wonder if you have hidden motives.” Shelly, feeling a bit uneasy after Luna’s remark, cautiously asked, “Yeah, Monalize, why are you being so generous to me all of a sudden?” 1/2 HE BONES Could there be an ulterior motive behind her actions?

Mia let out a sudden chuckle. “Shelly, it’s just a bag I never used and a pair of shoes Bought once. Do you seriously think this qualifies as me being kind to you? You seem rather maive and easily influenced, don’t you?” Shelly’s expression momentarily stiffened, feeling too embarrassed to reply. She could only shoot Luna a silent glare, blaming her for the awkward situation.

After all, Shelly was also an heiress of the Barrett family; bow could she be swayed by just two luxury items?

Luna persisted, “Shelly, I’m doing this for your own good.” Mia couldn’t help but chuckle in response. “Shelly, Luna i’r at fault here. Plus, I have plenty of unused bags, shoes, and clothes that I don’t have anyone to share wi “When I met you today, I sensed a connection and decided to give you the handbag and shoes. If you’re uncomfortable about it, we can just forget about the whole thing.

“Don’t say that, Monalize. There’s nothing improper about this. I also feel a connection with you, and since I lack female friends, having someone like you to share things with brings me a lot of joy.” Shelly felt somewhat anxious about the possibility of losing the handbag and shoes that were within her reach, especially since she had already mentioned them in the group chat.

If Shelly couldn’t produce the handbag and shoes now, she knew she would face mockery from those snobbish women.

Casting a smirk in Luna’s direction, Mia remarked, “However, being suspected of having hidden intentions can pose quite a challenge for me.” “Don’t worry about it, Monalize. Luna isn’t familiar with our affluent lifestyle; she comes from a modest background,” Shelly chimed in.

As Shelly’s words trailed off, Mia couldn’t help but notice Luna’s expression darken considerably.

Was Luna struggling to handle the insult?

How had the situation escalated to this extent?