• Chapter 489

The moment Edgar strode into the rooms, Declan’s face flushed a shade of crimson

The history between the Blair and Odom families was no secret, and the Blair family’s recent actione had left the Odoms smarting from public humiliation.

Declan’s smile was more a grimace, but with all eyes on him, he steeled himself and extended a hand. Before he could grasp Edgar’s, the latter withdrew and asked.” Where’s Jade?”

To the casual observer, Edgar still cut the figure of a man hopelessly in love. The room buzzed with whispers as Shelia descended the staircase.

Clad in a couture gown that shimmered under the chandeliers, and dripping in jewels that could fund a small nation, Shelia commanded attention.

Guests flocked to her, their congratulations echoing through the marbled hall.

Having attended many events with Juan in the past, she smiled politely in poise, as if she were already the future Mrs. Nichols.

“Dad,” Shelia cooed, sidling up to Declan.

with pride, patting her hand. “You’re

a triumphant smile. “Edgar, how kind of you

Gone was the terrified girl he once knew, replaced by this confident, calculating woman. With Juan now backing

what you wanted,” Edgar said, taking her

gave it a slight squeeze, his eyes conveying a

smiled sweetly. “Yes, isn’t it wonderful? And I have you to thank, Edgar. Without your help, my path to marrying Juan wouldn’t have

smooth.”

she added, “Dad, we should thank Edgar properly, don’t

like a son to me,” Declan

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shoulder. “Now, if you’ll excuse

Edgar bristled. “Declan,

now that Jade

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