“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.

trailed behind her footsteps. Millie, meanwhile, massaged the space between her brows,

plank bridge.

lead. Recent rains might have eroded the single plank

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he volunteered to cross the bridge first, seeking to ensure its

herself rendered speechless. Her brother, a true master

between Roland’s previous animosity and current admiration irking

perceived a shallowness residing

his successful crossing, Roland waved Millie over,

The

followed suit. The prospect of a leisurely walk outdoors proved more appealing than

disaster struck: the bridge collapsed, sending them tumbling into the

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