“Mother requested your immediate presence,” Laurel relayed.

From the outset, Laurel held no fondness for Millie, and witnessing Roland’s advances only intensified her sense of humiliation.

“I’LL return soon. Leave me to my business.” Roland’s voice erupted in an impatient yell.

Clamping her teeth together, Laurel directed a silent curse towards him within her thoughts. Millie had united with the wealthiest magnate of Preagend. How could she possibly align herself with him?

Millie’s resolute stride resumed its course.

“Millie, moderate your pace. Await my company,” Roland entreated.

footsteps. Millie, meanwhile, massaged the

Millie halted beside a single plank bridge. It marked a

to lead. Recent rains might have eroded

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cross the bridge first, seeking

rendered speechless. Her brother, a true

the stark contrast between Roland’s previous animosity and current admiration irking

a shallowness

Roland waved Millie over,

come forth. The passage

and Laurel followed suit. The prospect of a leisurely walk outdoors proved more appealing than staying home

bridge collapsed, sending them tumbling into the ditch

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