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.

everything is ready. Will you be going personally today?"

Ophelia was puzzled. "Where?"

"Today is Mr. Carnegie's

custom-made dress from her, which she had picked

asked, "Are you sure it's appropriate for me

about the one he had bought for her that she still hadn't

muted colors. But seeing his reaction... She got it. That dress emphasized her figure, and Kenneth's possessiveness was a bit amusing

appeased, now looked like a content cat, a slight,

smacked in the face with some cold

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that powerful CEO

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perched on a hill,

early, leaving behind a son and a daughter, Clara Carnegie, the eldest, and Finlay Carnegie, the youngest. Even the grandchildren were few, only three grandsons. But they were

began arriving one after another at the entrance of the estate,

Bentley pulled up at the entrance. The car door opened, and Emily stepped out, 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 navy-blue suit, had a handsome face adorned with

they climbed the stairs,

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 as long as Miles is by my side, those people have to keep up appearances. That's why my father insisted I bring Miles, But what if Kenneth had been the

Hastings family had arrived early. In circles like these, they were just considered minor players. If it weren't for their connection to the Lewis family,

behind Owen and Heather. They walked

truly blessed, having such a beautiful daughter

echoed, "Yes, your children are all

said, "When Emily marries into the Lewis family, she'll be

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