She had once thought she was someone's top priority in life.

But it turned out to be just her imagination.

If she hadn't harbored hope, she wouldn't be drowning in such disappointment and despair.

Thalassa curled her lips into a bitter smile, choosing not to respond, and continued to listen to Joshua speak.

"I hope, before my time comes, to see Rosalind's wedding bells ring. I know Lysander well; once he marries Rosalind, he'll never let her down. Handing her over to him, I can rest easy."

to her heart. She nearly stood up in agitation but managed to suppress it, clenching her fists tight.

eyes, "Do you even realize that Lysander is the father of my four

is your daughter,

over the father of my children, and

kind of logic

rest of her thoughts, keeping them buried in her heart. But her quivering breath betrayed the anger and pain she

know, I know Lysander is the father of your children. If it were possible, I'd wish for you to marry Lysander too, to give the kids a complete family. But Zephyr has made his stance clear; he'll never allow you to become a Sinclair. No matter your history

She clenched her fists tighter, enduring the searing pain inside. Even as she was struggling to breathe from the pain, she refrained from lashing out at Joshua. She was fearful of agitating him, of causing any strain on his health. But Joshua, seemingly unaware of her breaking point,

a stepmother to your children is far better than a stranger. At least, Rosalind won't

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