Chapter 696:

Through her sobs, Thea lamented, “Grandma, I’ve been friends with Forrest for so many years. Because of Elyse, I’ve lost that friendship, and now there’s no hope for peace between the two families. I can’t do what you asked of me!”

Felicia, leaning heavily on her cane, rose slowly, made her way to Thea, and gently patted her head to soothe her. “Don’t cry, dear. I know you’ve been wronged. Rest assured, I will stand up for you.”

Thea continued to sob. “But what about Pearce’s project? I could have helped him, but now… I can’t do anything for him anymore.”

Felicia’s eyes softened with understanding. She comforted her, “Sweetheart, Pearce may not realize your worth, but you still choose to assist him. He’s lucky to have a cousin like you in his corner.”

Thea’s face showed even more grievance. “Everyone knows how much I care for him, but he doesn’t. In his heart, there’s only Elyse as his cousin!”

The mere mention of Elyse’s name deepened the disdain in Felicia’s eyes. “It’s all Elyse’s fault! Ever since she’s returned, nothing has been right. I will make sure she pays for this! She thinks she can do whatever she wants with Pearce backing her up? Dream on!”

Wiping away her tears, Thea said pitifully, “Grandma, I’m exhausted. I want to rest in my room.”

stop her, urging Thea to go

room, Thea strolled into her bathroom, positioned herself before the mirror, and wiped away her makeup. A chuckle escaped her lips, unexpected

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your presence isn’t entirely in vain,” she mused aloud. “You can be

hardly wait to see how Felicia would dole

eyes open as Gavin meticulously arranged sheet

over, “I’ve got our flight tickets. We’re heading

as he looked at Elyse. “Taking you there early so you can

his words before nodding. “Alright, I get

distraction, Gavin raised an eyebrow. “Got everything squared away? Ready to

smiling. “Everything is basically done.

good to hear.” Gavin

Elyse had some personal matters to attend to. Though they were

in a chair, daydreaming and gazing at the

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