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Zachary's sharp gaze fell on his daughter's face, but he did not look at Ernest in a hurry. He felt that his daughter had something on her mind.
After she turned twelve years old, she would not tell adults if she had bothering her.
Such was a sign that she had grown up.
Zachary knew in his heart that it was inevitable for his daughter to grow up. He knew that she would have her own world when she grew older, and she would no longer share things with her parents. He could no longer guess what she was thinking.
This was not a good feeling.
Now, Maria had to leave the country for England to study. This was her choice. The sudden decision caught him off guard.
His absence before she was five made Zachary feel even more sorry for his daughter. He had always loved her and doted on her more than his youngest son.
Now, she was going to leave with worries on her mind. He was a bit concerned.