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Darwin sighed, feeling a headache coming on. "Miss Rowland, because of the previous friction between you and Ms. Ralap in Key Biskane, staying there would only draw unnecessary attention. That could work against you. After all, the Rowland family is constantly looking "Enough," Thea interrupted impatiently. "Whether he's looking out for me or not, I don't care. Let's

say he is, and I owe him one. Fine. But I don't like anyone making decisions on my behalf. Even if something happens, I can handle it on my own. I don't need him worrying for me.

"What's his plan? Keep me in Key Biskane forever? Why not just strap an ankle monitor on me that blares an alarm the second I set foot outside Silvercreek?"

Darwin could hear the frustration in her voice and, somewhat at a loss, turned to look at Nicolas.

Nicolas pinched the bridge of his nose. "The Rowland and Maddox families' wedding is today, and the Hendrix family is attending. Make sure my people take her back. You know what I mean." Darwin nodded immediately. Nicolas was clearly throwing his support behind Thea.

After relaying Nicolas's instructions, Thea responded with a cold. 'So, he knew all along. Then, with a sharp click, she ended the call.

The plane touched down in Key Biskane. Upon exiting the airport, Thea was met by the people Nicolas had arranged to escort her.

Without sparing a moment to change into formal attire, she was filled with urgency, heading straight to the Rowland and Maddox families' wedding venue.

Though annoyed, Thea took a small comfort knowing that, with Nicolas's people there, the Rowland family would hesitate to cause trouble.

"Wait here for Pheton Hotel.

1. me.

If I need I'll call." Thea instructed them before making her way toward the back entrance of the

you.

might tip anyone off. As Thea slipped into the front courtyard of the hotel, a familiar voice reached

that she'd likely show up at Max and Joyce's

furrowing. "Can you show some respect

visibly hurt. "Thea, I know you're still upset with me. I've really thought things over, and I know I was wrong before. I just wanted to apologize to you

annoyed, not sparing him even

your way to avoid the front

That's none of your

business, said Thea

being so

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anxious to find Joyce, Thea was

She

cold, mocking smile. "Jake, don't you think you're acting a bit ridiculous? You keep claiming you're sincerely regretful and yet here you are, hounding me, sticking your nose into my life."Do you even realize that a good ex

I consider it my punishment. All I want now is to make it up to you. "You're already on bad terms with your family. If

Madelyn stood there, eyes red with fury, glaring at

to Nicolas, so why are you still meddling in my marriage and clinging to Jake? Are you desperate for a man?" Madelyn roared. Jake's face darkened. "What nonsense are you spouting? And

that

to rekindle your old flame? Tm just trying to

long ago, instinctively moved toward Thea to explain

him a sharp slap,

as she reprimanded him. I am your uncle Nicolas's lawful wife, which makes me your elder. You are showing such blatant disrespect for your elders and having no discipline and no respect, speaking to your lack of family upbringing. "This slap

stood frozen, watching

sweet facade. "Jake, I told you that only I truly care about

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