Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run

Chapter 22

Chapter 22

The Bradford family was gathered, basking in the warmth and joy as they tossed around ideas for the wedding venue. Naomi held Quinn's hand, her eyes glistening with emotion.

"You have been through the wringer, but you've finally found her happiness. You two better hold onto it tight and not let any jealous busybodies mess it up."

Quinn gave a gentle smile. "Mom, Simon and I will be happy."

Ryan chipped in, "If Clara had let go sooner, you two could have been together ages ago."

Simon kept glancing at the clock on the wall-it was already seven, and still, the door stayed quiet. He turned to the butler nearby. "Has Clara shown up?"

"No, Mr. Simon, she hasn't been seen."

Simon let out an annoyed huff, crossing his arms with a look of displeasure. "She's pulling the same stunt again, isn't she? I knew it."

Everyone's initial joy turned cold, shifting to disdain.

Naomi's chest heaved with anger as she pulled out her phone to call Clara. When she got no answer, she sighed in frustration, "Sometimes, I wish I hadn't given birth to her!"

Quinn quickly handed her a glass of water. "Mom, don't be upset. She might just be caught in traffic. Let's give it another hour."

his eyes. "Quinn, stop making excuses for her. It's always the same story. She claims to end the engagement but never shows up. I thought she meant it this

stirring up chaos; once he got going, consequences be damned. Clara would be left humiliated, and

in frustration, his face darkening. "My time's

fell as Quinn hurried to see him out. "Simon,

a mix of emotions and just wanted to leave. After seeing him off, Quinn returned, looking somewhat hurt. Naomi handed her a card loaded with a million dollars. "Quinn, here's a little something to make up for tonight. Use it for something nice,

to learn to stand your ground more, or you'll always be taken advantage

*

from unconsciousness to find it was already ten at night. She sighed, pulling herself out of bed. The room was empty. This must have been a

knock at the door. She

Would you like something

little

a slew of missed calls-from Naomi, Simon, and even Ryan. Simon had

knew

stayed calm as she noticed messages from an

lucky next

she promised herself Colton

message from the unknown number

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