Revenge Of The Jilted Bride

Jilted Bride 86

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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.

morning." Mark coughed awkwardly, eager to get down to business before Kenneth's icy glare could kill him. "Mr. Sinclair, everything is ready. Will you be

Ophelia was puzzled. "Where?"

replied, "Today is

remembered Bethany mentioning it before. Last month, Bethany even ordered a custom-made dress from her, which she had picked up just

"Are you sure it's appropriate for

Wear that dress." Kenneth thought about the one he had bought for

But seeing his reaction... She got it. That dress emphasized her figure, and Kenneth's possessiveness was a bit amusing sometimes. Ophelia smiled, "I'll keep it simple. I'll

Kenneth, instantly appeased, now looked like a content

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

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at Carnegie Villa. The lavish European-style manor, perched on a hill, looked like a castle towering over the city. Everywhere you

and Finlay Carnegie, the youngest. Even the grandchildren were few, only three grandsons. But they were either studying abroad or otherwise

began arriving one after another at the entrance of the estate, all here to celebrate Theo's

dressed in a custom-made red evening gown. Her long, wavy hair cascaded over her shoulders like seaweed, and she exuded elegance. Miles, standing by her side in a custom-made

Miles' arm as they climbed the stairs, lifting

'It has been a long time since I have attended such 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

arrived early. In circles like these, they were just considered minor players. If it weren't for their connection

Owen and Heather. They

"Mr. Hastings, you're truly blessed,

echoed, "Yes, your children are

into the Lewis family, she'll be

Lewis family had been doing well in recent years and seemed poised to break into the city's top three families. But they