Waitress Reveals Shocking Truth: Billionaire Finds Missing Daughter After 15 Years

A faint murmur of New York’s elite could be heard in the premium restaurant, which was buzzing gently with the sound of crystal glasses clinking together. Edward Harrington, a millionaire who was composed and perfectly collected, sat at the center table along with his wife Margaret, who was dressed nicely. Margaret was sitting close to Edward. Edward had been a figure whose presence controlled boardrooms for decades, and he had a reputation for having complete control over everything. He was strong and unshakeable.

However, that image was beginning to deteriorate tonight.

A young waitress was holding two dishes when she got there. It is impossible that she was older than twenty. She was dressed simply, but her posture exuded a sense of modest strength. Her eyes briefly locked with Edward’s as she placed his plate in front of him, and he instantly froze.

There was a particular something in her eyes. Something hit him like a tidal wave and the impact was felt.

He had met her once before.

Specifically, fifteen years ago.

In a different time, in a different world.

“Yes, sir? The waitress asked, “Are you okay?” after noticing that he had suddenly stopped moving.

It could be a photo of three people.

Edward blinked, his throat tightened. “What?” Tell me your name, please.

She hesitated for a moment in confusion. “Sir, my name is Lily.”

Margaret was frowning. “What are you doing now, Edward? She is little more than a waitress.

Edward could not take his eyes off it. His heart was pounding hard in his chest. “Lily, could you tell me your last name?”

Her forehead furrowed in focus. “I…” No, I’m not certain. My early years were spent in foster care. When I was a baby, I was told that I had been dumped.

A wine glass that Edward was carrying abruptly slipped from his hand and shattered on the floor. There was no more talking. The entire restaurant fell into utter silence.

Margaret’s face lost its hue.

After fifteen years, Edward received the news that his young daughter had died in a tragic accident. During his stay in the hospital, he recalled the little pink blanket that was handed to him, and he also recalled sobbing for the first time in years. Margaret had been by his side the entire time, and she had told him it had been inevitable.

This young woman was in front of him despite everything, and he felt every fiber of his being say, “She is mine.”

James Edward’s voice trembled. How old are you exactly?

“Fifteen… almost sixteen,” Lily said, her voice tinged with uncertainty.

Margaret’s plate was scratched by her fork.

Suddenly Edward was on his feet. “At this moment, we need to speak.”

A waitress took a step back. I said, “Sir, I’m working.”

We have to move fast. He went to the manager about it. “I will cover the cost of her break.”

She extended her hand and took his arm. “You’re being so dumb, Edward.” “Sit down.

He backed away, though, still keeping his eyes on Lily. A maximum of five minutes. I implore you.

Lily threw her supervisor a worried glance, and the supervisor nodded and moaned. The time is 45 minutes.

Outside, Edward got down on his knees to meet her eye level. Are there any items you own from your early years? Or a mark? Is it a keepsake?

She put a hand on her neck. I have a small birthmark here that resembles a star. I was found to have a pink blanket wrapped around me. The letter “E” was stitched onto it. “Why?”

Edward’s breathing stopped suddenly. That blanket, indeed. That indicates.

“You are my daughter,” he uttered softly.

She retreated a few paces. Just what kind of prank is this?

Edward broke his silence when he said, “I’m not joking.” Fifteen years ago, I received the news that my daughter had died. Nevertheless, you resemble her quite a bit. My first wife resembles her mother in many ways.

Lily’s voice trembled. “I will never understand.”

Margaret reappeared, the stress of a tight moment engraved on her face. “You need to stop, Edward. You’re confusing the poor girl even more.”

He turned to her, and his eyes were dark. If Margaret Did you not have an idea? You have wronged me. For all these years.

For a brief period, she remained silent. Then they said, “You’re imagining things,” in a cool, dismissive manner.

It’s not. You chose to hide it. Taking into account that she is my daughter— He stopped, the realization dawning on him suddenly. “I thought she was dead because of you. Didn’t you have the power to make her disappear?

Margaret drew a thin line of her lips together.

Edward’s gaze flitted between the woman who had already been in his life and the frightened young woman. Please tell me the truth. Have you brought my daughter along?

“You were too busy with your work to be able to raise a child,” Margaret said, straightening her posture and speaking in a clipped tone. I believe that what I did was advantageous to us both.

Lily gave a start. I take it you’re saying you’ve given up on me?

She was lifeless as Margaret met her gaze. I doubt you would understand. Your father’s job was to build an empire. He didn’t have time to listen to the baby’s tears. He barely realized it—

It’s sufficient! Edward screamed out. “I believed in you. I suffered the loss of a kid because of you. Could you truly understand how that experience affected me?

Margaret hardly batted an eyebrow. I remarked, “You would have preferred her over me.” I couldn’t let that occur.

Lily stepped back, her hands trembling a little. “I’d like to go.” This is way too much… Nothing is beyond my comprehension.

Edward hurried over to meet her side. “Please wait, I implore you. I understand that this is absolutely incomprehensible, but I swear Your father is my name.

Lily looked directly into his eyes. “What makes you credible to me?”

Edward pulled out an old picture of him holding a newborn baby as the infant was wrapped in a pink blanket with the letter “E” stitched on it. Then he reached into his pocket and took out a shabby leather wallet.

This picture was taken at the time of your birth. Do you still have that blanket, I was wondering?

Then Lily nodded slowly. It’s accurate. I’ve been using it all my life.

Margaret was as pale as a ghost.

“Lily, I lost you because I trusted the wrong person,” Edward remarked. “I ought to have been more aware.” I won’t let you leave again.

She shook her head despite the tears welling up in her eyes. “I need some time to think.”

Edward nodded slightly, keeping his emotions in check. Take as much time as you require, please. Making sure you’re safe is all I have to do. If Margaret did this… Who knows what else she might be able to do?

She had a furious outburst. What gives you the right to accuse me? You’re turning her against me just by doing that!

Edward stared at her intently. You did it alone, by yourself, alone.

That night, Edward decided to hire a private investigator. After 48 hours, they had the proof, which included a fake death certificate, bogus adoption documents, and anonymous financial transactions to the orphanage, all of which linked to Margaret.

When confronted, she lost her rationality.

Yes! “I did it!” she exclaimed. “You didn’t care about anyone but that child! She was at the center of everything that was discussed and planned! I was your wife, Edward, and I refused to be subordinate to a baby during our marriage!

Edward clenched his hands and tried to keep his composure. “You deceived me in multiple ways. It was you who killed an innocent man.

Lily stayed silent in the corner until she finally managed to speak through her tears. “I considered myself to be unwanted by everyone for my entire life. Was my father really remained alive all this time?

Edward knelt beside her, his voice trembling a little. “I looked for you every single day. I thought I could have lost you. But I see now that I didn’t cause it. It was hers.

At last, Margaret tried it again. The line “We can fix this, Edward—”

Then he said coldly, “Go now.”

“What is it?”

Gather your things. Leave my house. My legal team will take care of the rest.

But the weeks that followed were difficult. Years of abandonment had left Lily distrustful and resistant. She was unfamiliar with the wealth, the personnel, and the silence of the mansion.

Edward discovered her sitting alone at the massive dining table in the middle of the night, her food yet unfinished.

He answered the inquiry politely, “Do you want something else?”

She made a head gesture. It has nothing to do with the meal. Additionally, I don’t feel like I belong in this location.

He took a seat to her right. A family is not defined by the possession of a home. I have no interest whatsoever in any of this. “You hold significance for me.”

She appeared to soften her gaze. Do you mean that?

He gave a firm “I do” in response. “Lily, I’ve already lost you. I will strive for the rest of my life to make it up to you if you let me.

She began to feel more confident in him with time. When she returned to school, her true identity became apparent. Every single event, including every single recital, he attended. For the first time in her life, she knew what it was like to be wanted—and not out of duty but out of love.

Regarding Margaret, she was charged with kidnapping, fraud, and putting a child’s safety in jeopardy.

On the day of the trial, Edward was seen clutching Lily’s hand as the cameras flashed. It is not necessary for you to look at her if you do not want to.

Lily nodded slightly. I haven’t been interested in her at all since. I want nothing more than to be with you.

When they returned to the mansion that evening, Lily muttered, “Dad… is it okay if I call you that?”

Edward’s eyes started to flood up with tears.

I’ve been waiting for you to make the announcement for the past fifteen years.