Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress (Thalia) novel Chapter 109

Chapter 109 

The silence in the room was absolute, making the vibration of his mobile seem unnaturally loud against the polished side table. 

Asher glanced at the screen before answering. It was Thalia calling. 

His eyes darkened momentarily as he accepted the call, his voice rough with strain. “Hello, Lia.” 

Hearing the hoarseness in his voice, the young woman on the other end immediately sounded concerned. “Asher, what’s the matter? You sound dreadful. Did something happen on your way back?” 

“No, nothing happened.” 

Thalia: “…” 

A moment of silence hung between them. 

Thalia spoke again, providing the update he’d requested. “I’ve arrived safely. The journey was quite straightforward. This place is properly secluded, and the housekeeper looking after me is lovely–ever so kind and attentive. Everything’s perfectly fine.” 

Except I can’t see you. I’ll miss you terribly and worry constantly about your safety. 

She kept these thoughts to herself. 

She didn’t want to be overly sentimental. This wasn’t the time for romantic declarations–Asher had critical matters to handle. Her role now was simply to follow his instructions and remain safely hidden away. 

Asher responded with a noncommittal “Mmm.” 

Thalia noticed his unusually distant manner, assuming he was still processing the traumatic events they’d experienced on the road. 

“Well…” Thalia began hesitantly, “I ought to let you go. I know you’ve got rather a lot on your plate at the moment.” 

Asher tilted his head back, staring vacantly at the sunlight streaming through the window. As though summoning every ounce of strength he possessed, his eyes reddening, he spoke each word with deliberate precision: “Lia, I think we should end things.” 

There was no need to consider further. 

Grandfather was right–the Winters were legitimate business people ill–equipped to withstand Malfoy’s ruthles methods. 

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Each day they remained together placed the Winters family in greater danger. 

Thalia froze, clutching her phone as her lips moved soundlessly, unable to form a single word. 

Tears fell unbidden down her cheeks. 

After what seemed an eternity, Thalia finally managed to ask, her voice trembling with emotion: “Is it because you’re afraid of putting me in danger?” 

“No, nothing like that. I’ve simply realized this arrangement isn’t particularly… fulfilling. You see…” 

Asher drew a deep breath, fighting back his own tears as he forced himself to continue: “My previous attentions toward you were based on my assessment that you would make a suitable Mrs. Blackwood. Only someone of your beauty, intelligence, and family background would be qualified to be the Blackwood matriarch, but…” 

Asher closed his eyes briefly, suppressing his anguish as he continued with painful effort: “But I’ve come to realize I’m not quite ready to settle down. I don’t fancy being limited to just one woman for the rest of my life. So, I think it’s best we part ways. Try to forget me. I’m truly sorry for letting you down.” 

The country estate consisted of a charming two–story cottage with a small garden. 

From the window of Thalia’s room, she could look down at the garden below. 

In this season, the garden presented a scene of desolation, mirroring the despair in her heart. 

Thalia curled up on the bed, clutching the duvet as she wept silently. 

Since ending the call over an hour ago, her tears hadn’t ceased. 

How could a person possess so many tears? It seemed an inexhaustible supply. 

She didn’t believe Asher’s claim that he was ending things because he wasn’t ready to settle down. 

That wasn’t the man she knew. 

This had to be because of Malfoy. 

Asher was desperate to sever their connection to prevent Malfoy from harming her. 

But those words had wounded her deeply; she couldn’t remain unmoved. 

She hadn’t wanted to cry, but the tears flowed beyond her control. 

Winter days grew dark early–by six in the evening, twilight had already descended. 

A gentle knock sounded at the door as the housekeeper called softly from outside: “Miss Winters, dinner’s ready when you are.” 

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Thalia sniffled, her voice slightly hoarse. “Mary, I’m not feeling up to eating, thank you.” 

Perhaps the housekeeper hadn’t heard her, as she knocked again. “Miss Winters, have you nodded off?” 

Thalia wiped her tears, climbed off the bed, and hastily adjusted her hair and clothing before opening the door. 

“Mary, I’m afraid I don’t have much of an appetite this evening. Please do go ahead without me.” 

The housekeeper’s expression changed upon seeing Thalia’s red, swollen eyes. “Miss Winters, is everything all right? You look rather upset.” 

Thalia shook her head gently, her voice thick with congestion. “I’m perfectly fine.” 

The housekeeper looked concerned and asked, “Would you like me to ring Mr. Blackwood for you?” 

Of all things to mention. 

It was an innocent mistake, of course. 

Thalia forced her lips into a smile more painful than tears, feigning strength as she replied: “Truly, I’m absolutely fine. It’s just the unfamiliarity of this place, and I’m terribly worried about my father’s condition. I couldn’t help but shed a few tears, but there’s nothing to fret about.” 

The housekeeper wasn’t aware of Randolph’s hospitalization, and so didn’t press further after Thalia’s explanation. “I’m relieved to hear you’re well. You gave me quite a fright! Mr. Blackwood specifically instructed that you should contact him for anything at all–even if the meals aren’t to your liking or you’re having trouble sleeping.” 

Thalía paused, slightly taken aback. “Did he really say that?” 

The housekeeper smiled warmly. “Indeed he did, Miss Winters. It’s quite clear Mr. Blackwood cares tremendously 

for you.” 

Thalia fell silent. 

The housekeeper continued: “Do rest now. If you become peckish later, just give me a shout, and I’ll prepare something for you.” 

“Please don’t trouble yourself. I won’t be eating tonight. Once you’ve finished your tasks, you should get some rest.” 

The housekeeper looked somewhat conflicted. “Mr. Blackwood was most emphatic about ensuring your comfort. I’ll be staying in the room diagonally across from yours. Should you need anything at all, simply knock.” 

“Very well.” 

At a secluded estate outside London. 

Tom Malfoy lounged on the leather Chesterfield, arms stretched across the back cushions, long legs crossed with