Chapter 9

Thalia woke naturally at ten, stretching luxuriously. “Mmm… not working feels amazing.”

After her morning routine, she headed downstairs for breakfast.

Rosa had prepared enough for two.

Thalia glanced at the empty seat across from her, saying nothing.

“Miss Winters, will Mr. Ashcroft be joining for breakfast?” Rosa asked hesitantly.

“He didn’t come home last night,” Thalia replied between sips of coffee. “So no.”

“Oh.” Rosa retreated to the kitchen, knowing she’d overstepped.

After breakfast, Thalia got a message from Asher.

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[Thoughts on engagement gala attire? Custom or designer ready–to–wear?]

Was there even time for custom?

Come to think of it, she didn’t know the engagement date.

[When’s the gala?]

Asher: [Not set yet. Waiting to see when you’re back in London?]

Thalia: [Nine more days here.]

Asher: [Perfect.]

Worried about custom timing, she replied: [Let’s go with designer. I’ll look at collections.]

Asher: [Let me know what you choose.]

As she was about to close WhatsApp, Drake’s chat notification appeared.

a

at some club, a drunk Drake was

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back… I knew you’d come back… I

friends‘ voices–Drake’s usual crowd and

people she

the video, Sienna held Drake, smiling

perfectly clear… You’re Stenna, the love of my life… See? I

love of your life,

only…

one for him,” Celine’s voice carried clearly. “Look how he clings to you when he’s

lips curved

heard them call

never considered her Drake’s real partner.

she’s still hanging around. Zero self–awareness.” That was Celine’s

like her don’t let go

a cold smile playing on her lips. Celine would never say this to her face.

knew for sure–that look of disdain at the birthday party hadn’t been

act was just that: an act. Like the others, she saw Thalia as beneath them.

all on

yes. We never liked her. She needs to understand her place, trying to force her way

about the billionaire falling for

slumming it. Now that Sienna’s back,

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off–shoulder ivory ballgown with scattered crimson

on Instagram with the caption: “Help your girl choose!? Which one’s giving main character

likes and comments

stunning? Get them all if you

Victoria chimed in.

taste is GOD TIER? Let Asher

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