When Debra heard the valuable gift, everything clicked into place.

She understood Melody's motivations perfectly. Given Melody's obsession with reputation and status, there was no way she would reject Declan's personal negotiation and generous offer, especially since Shelia was carrying the Nichols family's heir. Debra sneered, realizing that whether in her past life or this one, Melody was always driven by profit and self-interest.

In her previous life, when Debra was the heiress of the Frazier family, Melody had treated her very well. But with Shelia's pregnancy and the potential benefits, Melody was eager to elevate her instead.

It seemed that history was repeating itself, with Shelia taking on Jade's identity and carrying Juan's child.

Once again, Debra and Juan were entangled in this web, but she was determined not to meet the same tragic end.

"This is strange. For such an important occasion, where is Juan?" Leah pointed out.

She wasn't the only one curious about Juan's absence. Other guests were also scanning the room, whispering among themselves.

"With the future Mrs. Nichols present, where is Mr. Nichols?"

"Madam."

leaned in, whispering something

for a moment before

wrong?" Leah asked, noticing

to go upstairs for a bit. I'll be down soon,"

Leah nodded gently. "Alright."

of her dress and instructed Ben, "Wait here. Don't

"Understood."

emerged from around the corner, dressed in a luxurious white gown

Shelia began, her voice soft

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unyielding. "I expected to see Juan. Miss Blair, why did you call me up here in his name?

eyes wide and innocent. "Debra, I know you're upset about this. I called you

a sneer. "I wanted to tell you to

react, Shelia lunged at her, grabbing her wrist and

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