Chapter 243 Alone in a Crowded Room

This New Year was unlike any other before. I stayed home, enjoying the joyful atmosphere family gathering filled with laughter and chatter. Little Ava became the center of attention.

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Even Ivanna joined us after just a few days away. Our family showcased their culinary skills, preparing their signature dishes and creating a festive atmosphere with bright lights in the yard.

During the day, I pretended to be carefree like everyone else, but at night, my thoughts couldn’t help but drift to that person. Had he left town? He hadn’t called, and I didn’t reach out. I wanted to test my self-

control.

Fortunately, I had Ivanna and Lauren to keep me company.

Ivanna quietly whispered, “Harmony seems to be fading. She’s been saying she spent Christmas overseas,

but it’s all a lie. She’s my artist. I know she worked on a shoot the whole time. Is Atlas getting tired of her?”

Lauren quickly nudged her and shot her a meaningful look.

I calmly responded, “It’s none of my concern. I’ve already decided to step back.”

you hear that? We both need to

Wonder Woman’s heart

them burst into laughter while I silently cursed. My heartache was something only I knew,

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wondering if he missed the feeling of home during these festive seasons. The livelier it was here, the more

my mind

questioned if he was the person I imagined, which caused me pain. However, my strong–willed side reminded me that he didn’t celebrate the New Year, providing some relief.

the past few days and bustled about. I felt guilty and

help him.

four elders, who would huddle together to talk in hushed tones. Even without

I didn’t mind as long as it brought

had to play the role

around town. The city was

lifetime

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declaring, “I told you it was over! Let’s see how she flaunts herself after the holiday.”

didn’t engage in their conversation. It wasn’t my place.

less passionate than the rumors claimed.

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