"Okay," Nathaniel answered.

As they embraced, their thoughts were worlds apart.

Nathaniel was preoccupied with Rebecca's health, while Rebecca was focused on seizing the rare opportunity to get close to Damon if he attended the party the following night. It might be her only chance to make something happen with him.

...

The next evening, when Nyla arrived at Valarie's house, the driveway was already lined with luxury cars.

After confirming Nyla's identity, a maid escorted her into the hall.

Upon entering, Nyla immediately noticed the many eyes fixed on her, accompanied by a murmuring buzz.

"Isn't that Nyla? I thought after her divorce from Clark, she'd completely fade from this circle."

"Why would she have the nerve to attend Valarie's birthday party? Is she hoping to catch a wealthy suitor here?"

would take her seriously? Maybe

overheard the murmurs, and

has a problem with my friend, you are welcome to leave. Tonight is my birthday party, not a stage for anyone else." As Valarie's voice echoed, the hall fell silent. Many guests shot disgruntled

Phoebe, standing nearby, whispered,

in Saintornia Offending them could jeopardize your father's business. They're merely gossiping, and Nyla isn't worth losing an opportunity

her mother and approached Nyla with a warm smile. "Nyla, thank you for coming to my birthday

appreciated Valarie's defense but knew it might stir up

whispered back, "Valarie, go mingle with the other guests. Don't let me

took Nyla's hand and said with casual reassurance, "Don't worry. It won't affect anything. Those who look down on you aren't worth

out if you come with me," Valarie replied, leading Nyla toward a secluded corner of the hall and deliberately ignoring the

but she managed to suppress any sign of distress. She forced another smile and continued greeting the other guests, gradually restoring

guided Nyla to

of mine from university. He's still

in a white

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