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."

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 time,

in Colton's knack for stirring up chaos; once he got going, consequences

slapped the table in frustration, his face darkening. "My time's too precious for this. I'm out of here. Mr. and

to see him out.

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, and

to learn to stand your ground more, or

*

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

knock at the door. She opened it to find a staff member with a service

you're awake. Would you like something to

a little and felt

calls-from Naomi, Simon, and even

[I knew

calm as she

won't be so lucky

she promised herself Colton wouldn't get

another message from the

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