Clasping onto his mother, Edwin inquired softly, “Why are you crying, Mommy?”

Cecilia shook her head, unable to find the words to explain.

Rena gently touched Edwin’s head, embracing him as she whispered to Cecilia, “Over the years, my uncle always spoke of you with intention.

I believe this diamond ring was meant for you.

Rena chose not to plead Mark’s case.

After all, Cecilia had devoted her entire youth to him for four long years.

But how Long could a woman’s youth last?

Rena led Edwin away, leaving Cecilia with work to do, yet her emotions were turbulent.

Seated in the car, she cried bitterly, transporting her back to the day when Mark abandoned her, leaving her feeling utterly helpless.

Mark’s coat was dr@ped over Cecilia’s lap.

knew he had done it deliberately, trying to ensnare

he

could he have the audacity to

wept like a vulnerable young

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assistant saw the caller ID and hesitated for a moment

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the assistant murmured

don’t want to answer it,” Cecilia replied with

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that it was

said, “Cecilia, have you seen the diamond ring in my coat pocket? Keep

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felt a shiver

informed Mark, “Miss Fowler is

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