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In the lounge area, as more people crowded around the food, Sofia grew more worried that something might happen to Stephanie, especially since she was in a delicate state. She urged, “Stay here while I get you something to eat.”

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Before she could mention that she wasn’t allowed to eat more, Sofia hurried off. Alone on the sofa, Stephanie adjusted her coat. Even though the indoor temperature was comfortable, she felt cold since her pregnancy began.

She still wore the scarf that Sebastian had taken off just moments ago. A server approached and offered her water, to which she replied gratefully, “Thank you.”

“Would you like something to cat? The food station is over there,” the server said.

“No, thank you,” Stephanie replied.

“You’re welcome,” the server said respectfully.

Stephanie glanced at the water in her hand. She contemplated for a moment before setting it down. She pulled out her phone and saw a message.

Ella: [Stefi, remember when I proposed to Lorenzo? He never agreed, so why does he want me now? Does that mean he’s only after my body and has no intention of committing?]

Stephanie was taken aback. This added to the confusion already swirling in her mind. Since Lorenzo and Ella lived together, Stephanie couldn’t help but wonder what had happened between them.

Stephanie: [I don’t think Lorenzo is after your body.]

Ella: [Why?]

Stephanie: [Don’t ask me. I don’t know.] The truth could be hurtful; silence seemed better.

Ella pressed on: [Are you implying that my figure isn’t appealing?]

up. Feeling overwhelmed, Stephanie finally sent: [Compared to the women Lorenzo has met,

As Stephanie wondered whether to say more,

Stephanie’s relationship with Sebastian? Stephanie was raised by her and is basically her daughter; it’s surprising that she would allow

the phone, she recognized the truth in his warning. Even in the more accepting Fiorenza, their relationship could not easily

might be

Sable gasped, shocked.

union? Now I’m starting to doubt the truth about her husband’s death three years

see Mireille marry Sebastian. Mireille has admired

love child. Lottie is very fond of Stephanie–she even

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“Silas must be pitiable. Back when he was alive, there were already whispers about Lottie and

corner, their words grew bolder. Stephanie slowly put her phone into her bag and took the

water.

Stephanie moved toward them, the two women, engrossed in their gossip, remained unaware of her presence. When Sofia arrived with food, she saw Stephanie pour the

Sable to cry out. “What do you think you’re doing?”

two gossiping ladies stared in disbelief at Stephanie. Recognizing her, Sable couldn’t find the words–she knew the reputation of the

Lucinda quickly pulled Sable behind her and glared at Stephanie in anger. “Have you

her glare with a cold stare. In a quick motion, she threw the glass at Lucinda’s

winced in pain, collapsing to the ground and clutching her face. “I’ll kill you!”

toward Stephanie. But just as Lucinda got near, Stephanie kicked out, striking Lucinda in the abdomen. Caught off

“Do you know who my dad is?”

the trouble of finding out your

relationship with Sebastian would attract mockery, she refused to let

she inched toward Stephanie, ready to strike, feeling humiliated for the first time. Her face throbbed, bruised from the hit. Just as she prepared for another attack, she felt another sharp pain in

against Stephanie, she rushed in without hesitation, kicking Lucinda away. She threw a plate of food

squarely on the forehead, causing

started to get her bearings. Upon seeing Sofia, Sable’s eyes widened in

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