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Franco turned, studying Leif’s profile. “But why are you so interested in whether he shows or not? Thinking of
going head-to-head with him?” His lips curled into a sly grin, eyes dancing with mischief, as if he couldn't wait
for the chaos to unfold.
Franco had been keeping a close eye on Leif and Corrine, quietly studying the nuances of their interactions—the
quiet glances, the barely-there hesitations. It didn’t take much to see their bond was more than casual
friendship. Still, for all his observation, he lacked the emotional vocabulary to fully grasp the shape of their
connection. Romantic matters had never been his forte.
Franco flicked ash from his cigarette with a lazy wrist, pressed his tongue to the inside of his cheek, and offered a
crooked smile. “There are plenty of women out there. Why get so hung up over one? And if you're thinking about
going toe-to-toe with Nate, be honest—you don’t stand a chance. Didn't you catch the trending news? They're
locked into a passionate relationship. You're not in his league.”
He let the silence stretch before adding, “And anyway, if their relationship was so easy to break, someone
would've done it already. But anyone who tries will definitely pay for it.”
Leif stared at him with a flat face. “Did | say | wanted to get involved?” And just like that, he turned and walked
off without a glance back.
Franco remained frozen, cigarette hovering mid-air, mouth slightly ajar. Leif didn’t intend to interfere with their
relationship? Wasn't he coveting Corrine?
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe wedding party hosted by the Ford and Astley families in Nelting echoed the splendor of the wedding
ceremony they'd held in Lyhaton not long ago. As the ceremony began in full, Rachel and Jules stepped forward
into the spotlight. Rachel, radiant in a lavish wedding gown, looked like a painting cto life.
Perhaps it was the comfort of being in the place she grew up, or maybe she’d finally found her peace, but she no
longer wore the sorrow she had back in Lyhaton. Here, she radiated warmth—whole and quietly joyful.
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The wedding went smoothly.
Michael stood off to the side, his eyes faintly red, struggling not to let emotion overwhelm him as he watched
Rachel. He took a slow breath, then turned to Jules—stoic in a sharply tailored tuxedo. “Take care of my
granddaughter.”
“I will,” Jules replied.
The emotional exchange pulled at the hearts of many in the audience—tears welled, smiles trembled.
At a nearby table, Corrine sat with the other Ford family members, her chin propped on her hand as she quietly
observed the scene. From tto time, she glanced down at her phone.
She had messaged Nate several times already—no response.
Meeting? Maybe.
She frowned, feeling annoyed, and placed her phone face-down on the table before heading to the restroom.
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