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.

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 Mr. Carnegie's 70th

Last month, Bethany even ordered a custom-made dress from her, which she had

"Are you sure it's appropriate for me

bought for her that

of muted colors. But seeing his reaction... She got it. That dress emphasized her figure, and

instantly appeased, now looked like a content cat,

smacked in the face with some cold reality. He thought,

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The lavish European-style manor, perched on a hill, looked like a castle

Carnegie, the youngest. Even the grandchildren were few, only three

afternoon, luxury cars began arriving one after another at the entrance of the estate, all here to

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

onto Miles' arm as they climbed

was revealed. In high society, friendships and relationships are always tied to family interests. But as long as

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

and Nathan followed behind Owen and Heather. They walked in

Hastings, you're truly blessed, having such a beautiful daughter like

your children are all

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

into the city's top three families.

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