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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.

to find Joyce first and get the full story, all 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!

likely show up at Max

furrowing. "Can you show

you're still upset with me. I've really thought things over, and I know I was wrong before.

cut in, clearly annoyed, not sparing him even a

path, casting a strange look over her. You went out of your way to avoid the front entrance......

That's none of your

business, said Thea

need to stop being so reckless! Jake stopped

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Thea was rapidly losing her patience with Jake's

She

sticking your nose into my life."Do you even realize that

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 families' alliance, things

eyes red with fury, glaring at

Jake? Are you desperate for a man?" Madelyn roared. Jake's face darkened. "What nonsense are you spouting?

that

planning to rekindle your old flame? Tm just trying to protect

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

exactly what he'd do, gave him a sharp slap, stopping him in his tracks. The

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 is a lesson. Keep it in mind, and next time, steer clear of me.

frozen, watching her walk away,

attempted to console him with her usual sweet facade. "Jake, I told you that only I truly

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