"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?"

with the Sumners. Who would take her seriously? Maybe for a fling, but not as a serious

and her expression

at tonight's party. She is no different from anyone else here. If anyone 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.

Phoebe, standing nearby, whispered,

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

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

the other guests. Don't let me affect

on you aren't worth keeping in touch with. By the way,

leading Nyla toward a secluded corner of

nearly frozen, but she managed to suppress any sign of distress. She forced another smile and

guided Nyla to Oliver

senio of mine from university. He's still single. Oliver,

Oliver, who was dressed in a white suit and appeared both

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