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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?]

Ella wouldn’t let up. Feeling overwhelmed, Stephanie finally sent: [Compared to the women

went silent. As Stephanie wondered whether to say more, she overheard two

Stephanie’s relationship with Sebastian? Stephanie was raised by her and

darkened. Recalling Chris’s words on the phone, she recognized the truth in his warning. Even in the

said, “Honestly, Stephanie might be Lottie’s

Sable gasped, shocked.

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

family was eager to see Mireille marry Sebastian. Mireille has admired him since high school,

Sebastian is the love child. Lottie is very fond of Stephanie–she even picked her up from school.”

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he was alive, there were already whispers about Lottie

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

water.

arrived with food, she saw Stephanie pour the

cry out. “What do

the words–she knew the reputation of the Giovanni family

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

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

pain, collapsing to the ground and clutching her face. “I’ll

Sable could react, Lucinda made a move toward Stephanie. But just as Lucinda got near, Stephanie kicked out,

you know who my dad

Spare me the trouble of finding out your family background.” Her

attract mockery, she refused to let anyone tarnish her parents‘

get up as 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 her belly.

hesitation, kicking Lucinda away. She threw a plate of food straight

attack, the new blow hit Lucinda squarely on the forehead, causing her world to

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

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