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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.

without drawing any attention that might tip anyone off. As Thea slipped into the front courtyard of the hotel, a familiar voice reached her. "Thea! I knew you'd come!"

up at Max

her arm free, her brow furrowing. "Can you show some respect for yourself and stop hounding

I've really thought things over, and I know

Thea cut in, clearly annoyed, not sparing

her. You went out of your way to avoid

That's none of your

business, said Thea

being so reckless! Jake

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and anxious to find Joyce, Thea was rapidly losing her patience with Jake's

She

"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

marry Madelyn. "You're the one I truly love. Since marrying her, I've been miserable. 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 you ruin the Rowland and Maddox

Thea noticed a figure approaching. Madelyn stood there, eyes red with fury, glaring at her as if she wished she could tear

still meddling in my marriage and clinging to Jake? Are you desperate for

that

flame? Tm just trying to protect my marriage Madelyn retorted. her eyes

of Madelyn's theatrics long ago, instinctively moved toward Thea

do, gave him a sharp slap, stopping him in his tracks. The sudden silence was

disrespect for your elders and having no discipline and no respect, speaking to your lack of family upbringing. "This slap is a lesson. Keep it in

watching

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

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