Revenge is Best Served… After Reborn

Chapter 1728

"Alright, that's the spirit!"

Adler lifted his glass with enthusiasm. "In honor of Ms. Sandy's determination, let's all raise a toast!"

"Cheers!" Jenna added, raising her own glass.

Everyone joined in, and the room buzzed with warmth and laughter. Amidst the joyful crowd, Sophie's smile seemed a bit forced, unnoticed by most-except for Colby, who gently squeezed her hand. He knew.

Everyone was here.

Except for one.

Sandy, sitting right next to Sophie, also picked up on her mood. She had caught snippets about Sophie's situation while overseas, though her brother hadn't filled her in on much.

Halfway through the evening, Sophie got up to use the restroom.

Sandy followed her out.

a stark contrast to the

her hands, Sophie turned to find

back?" Sophie asked, initially planning to return together, but Sandy suggested,

but

buried herself in work, hoping it would help her

her thoughts

still couldn't come to

stood proudly, a Devonport landmark dusted in

by the large windows on the second floor, taking in

much has happened

words, Sandy felt

she had stayed, to be there for

on it doesn't help my heart just won't listen. I getat logically, but I can't accept

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Gordon well, but

remark caught Sophie's attention.