She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 504:

“I’m not going,” Kristian said, firm as iron.

If someone snapped a photo and posted it online, what would Freya think? His presence here could spark rumors he had no desire to fan.

“If you stay behind, how will I clear my name once I’m inside?” Damon countered, still tugging at him.

Stubborn determination.

“For the sake of my reputation, I need you with me—from start to finish.”

“If you don’t want to go, just say so. It’s not rocket science,” Kristian replied, unable to understand his friend’s insistence.

“Not everyone has the luxury of choosing who they love,” Damon muttered, letting go of him and leaning back in his seat, frustration written across his face. “My parents don’t support me being with Patti. If I skip this event, Patti pays the price.”

He couldn’t be by Patti Smith’s side every moment, and he knew too well the games his parents played.

surface-level compromise was the only

Russell Group, he’d draw a line in the sand—and his parents’ opinions would carry no

now, he had to

but finally stepped out

the air changed. All eyes turned toward him. If Freya and Ethel were prized matches for the

his commanding presence and distinguished background, he stood in a league of

l s . com hosts your favorite

family has made an appearance. Mr. Seymour from the Seymour Group is here, and now

gathering? Why does it suddenly feel like

Shaw and

“Who knows.”

the crowd like wind through trees, each guest eager to approach Kristian, yet held back

their hushed conversations and strode

lady’s breath caught in her throat;

standing right in front of