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The next morning, Ophelia saw an official statement from the Hastings family online, publicly announcing their complete severance of ties with her.

She thought, "Thank goodness. Now I don't have to explain it to everyone one by one.

The hospital room was well-equipped, almost like a hotel. When Ophelia finished washing up and came out, her phone buzzed a few times.

She answered, and a young man's voice, still in the middle of puberty, came through. "Are you okay? Mom and Dad are being so unreasonable. Don't be upset. No matter what, I'll always be your brother."

There was a note of determination in Scott's voice. He had called home that morning, but all he got was, "This is adult business. Stay out of it." Being the youngest meant his words held no weight.

"Don't call me anymore. I have no connection to the Hastings family now. You're in high school, so focus on your studies. Take care of yourself out of town. Goodbye." Ophelia's voice was cold and detached, almost indifferent. But only Kenneth could see the emotion lingering in her eyes.

He placed a warm hand on her head. "Just do what you want. You don't need to worry

"Okay." Ophelia nodded.

about anyone else.

"Mr. Sinclair..." The hospital door opened, and as soon as Mark stepped in, he found Kenneth and Ophelia gazing at each other affectionately. His feet froze as if he'd been turned to stone.

He thought, 'No wonder the bodyguards outside gave me that look earlier. I get it now. Is it too late to leave?'

"Good morning, Mark." Ophelia was used to this by now, not feeling embarrassed at all. Thankfully, Kenneth didn't act out last night, and she woke up early today.

down to business before Kenneth's icy glare could kill him. "Mr. Sinclair, everything is ready. Will you be going personally today?" Kenneth glanced at the ornate box

Ophelia was puzzled. "Where?"

replied, "Today is Mr. Carnegie's 70th

from her, which she had picked up just a few days ago. Bethany probably wanted to

"Are you sure it's appropriate for me

bought for

to wear it since she wasn't fond of muted colors. But seeing his reaction... She got it. That dress emphasized her

looked like a content cat, a slight, proud smirk tugging at

face with some cold reality. He thought, 'Mr. Sinclair, have

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that powerful CEO demeanor

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on a hill, looked like a

the eldest, and Finlay Carnegie, the youngest. Even the grandchildren were few, only three grandsons. But they were either studying abroad or otherwise engaged and couldn't make it. So, every year,

arriving one after another at the

wavy hair cascaded over her shoulders like seaweed, and she exuded elegance. Miles, standing by her side in a custom-made

as they climbed the stairs, lifting

an event. So much has happened recently. Friends I have been close with distanced themselves after my true background was revealed. In high society, friendships and relationships are always tied to family interests. But as long as Miles is by my side, those people have to keep up appearances. That's why my father insisted I bring Miles,

they were just considered minor players. If it weren't for their

and Heather. They walked in

truly blessed,

your children

marries into the Lewis

into the city's top three families. But they still had a long way to go compared to the

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