Chapter 1169:

Lacey found herself in a bind as the crowd exceeded her prior arrangement. She grew concerned when Minna informed her of the situation. If not managed properly, the event could give rise to widespread rumors.

Lacey had to rush off with the servants to sort out the situation.

Amidst the ensuing chaos, there was an opportunity to act. As Sophie walked by the artificial lake, she suddenly felt a shove from behind. She was taken by surprise and fell into the water.

Amidst the crowd, Calvin heard the splash and saw Sophie flailing in the lake.

“Sophie!” he yelled in panic.

“Someone help! Sophie has fallen into the lake! Help!”

As Calvin screamed, he quickly removed his jacket.

Sophie knew how to swim, but her elaborate dress proved to be an obstacle. The dress, though stunning, was now proving to be a burden. Once the dress soaked up water, it grew heavier.

The water was freezing, nearly causing Sophie to pass out. Overwhelmed with panic, she struggled to swim to safety. Her muscles cramped.

down

to dive in

They’re trained for this.

to see Jake. With his teeth clenched and eyes

don’t need your

defensive attitude gave Jake a slight

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is in real danger. If you go in now, you’ll just

the water and

Sophie wouldn’t

Jake looked confused.

“What have I done?”

Calvin scoffed.

do such a thing at this kind of event. She’s my sister. Take a guess who it

“Calvin, I already told you. No matter what you suspect, you

Calvin

and on your ground, how can I possibly find any? You’re just trying to cover for that woman. If that’s how it is, stop the act. We’ll stick with my mom from now on and keep

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