Chapter 58:

At these words, Mollie’s expression hardened, her eyes narrowing sharply as she looked at Tessa, her voice icy. “Mrs. Sugden, I would advise you to be careful with your accusations.”

Tessa responded swiftly, her tone feigning distress, “Oh dear! Mrs. Thomas, please, don’t take offense. I was merely conveying what I heard. And just before coming here, Ryan mentioned that your goddaughter has been involved with a married man!”

“Impossible! She is involved with a married man? You must be joking!” exclaimed a lady sitting by Tessa, her expression one of sheer disbelief.

Mollie’s attention piqued at the mention of a “married man.” She believed she knew who they were talking about. She laughed lightly. “Alright, Mrs. Sugden, perhaps you could enlighten us on who Belinie is allegedly involved with?”

Tessa responded, “The man in question is Lucas Clark of the well-known Clark family! Everyone’s aware that Mr. Clark is married, aren’t they?”

around her, hastily added, “I swear I’m telling the truth! If you’re skeptical, just step

Mollie.

out of the room. As they rounded the

advise you to keep your distance. Being labeled as a homewrecker or a mistress wouldn’t just harm your reputation—it could embarrass the

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whispers circulating that Mr. Thomas’ goddaughter is entangled with another

laughter, clearly amused by Ryan’s

been some time since she had encountered someone so shameless. Turning to Verena, Belinda raised her eyebrows playfully. “Perhaps those cautionary words should be

Just as he was about to retort, a “click” sound echoed nearby, and the door to the adjacent private room swung open.

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