With that thought, Shelia quickly distanced herself and, in a sugary tone, told Jacob, “I apologize, Mr.

Perry.

This mess is on me.

I just wanted Lindsey and her partner to enjoy the party, never expecting them to be so brazen and spew such nonsense… If only I hadn’t invited them.

Jacob, looking affectionate, pulled Shelia close and said, “You were just being nice.

She’s fortunate to have a sister like you.

But once you’re part of my family, cut ties with them.

We can’t have them tarnish our reputation.

“Sure thing.

” Shelia snuggled into Jacob’s arms contentedly, and when he hinted at her upcoming marriage with him, she couldn’t contain her happiness.

A smug look crossed her face as she glanced at Lindsey.

a hint of nervousness, “Can you be

residence, and any slip-up

about what this meant for

a

have I ever

hurried

expression turned ashen

looked as though he wanted to lash out at

voice, “Yes, those were

news, Jacob took a few

“Mr.

Is the wine real

his wine glass

been tricked!” he

buzzing with

attention was

he just liked

and, without much thought,

it was

crowd caught on to Jacob’s rage and realized

we’ve reached a verdict,” Domenic said, raising an eyebrow

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