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    Jarrod gazed at Norah, struck by her graceful outfit.


    “I saw you changed out of that dress. If anything’s wrong, just tell me. After all, my father always reminds me to express my gratitude to you.”


    Norah replied, “Thank you for your thoughtfulness, Mr. Newman.”


    Jarrod truly owed thanks for the kindness others had shown him, but she had simply operated on his mother as part of her professional responsibilities.


    A man who seemed familiar with Jarrod approached, wine ss in hand. “Mr. Newman, who is this? Is she your girlfriend? She looks even better than Hans’ girlfriend.”


    Before Norah could speak, Jarrod quickly interjected, “No, no, you’re mistaken. Miss Wilson is Mr. Scott’s girlfriend, and she prefers to keep a low profile. I just know her and stopped by to say hi. Let’s move on and not bother her.”


    After they walked away, Norah’s perception of Jarrod improved slightly. He understood the importance of maintaining the right distance.


    Norah’s beauty was captivating. Just by standing there, she attracted numerous admiring nces, and several people were eager to engage her in conversation.


    Ynde made her way over and stood next to Norah, effectively blocking anyone else from approaching.


    Everyone was aware of Ynde’s significant influence and avoided upsetting her. It was rumored that Ynde had a fiery temper. Crossing her was akin to crossing the entire Boyd family, and the consequences could be severe.


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    Even entire businesses could be destroyed after falling out with the Boyds.


    This wasn’t an exaggeration. There had been a girl who bullied Ynde at school and ended up being forced to withdraw. Her family was brought to ruin by the Boyds, and she eventually fled Silverdale, marked by disgrace but with a chance to rebuild her life.


    Of course, Norah was unaware of all this. She saw Ynde as kind and thoughtful.


    “You have another brother named Marlin Boyd, right?” Norah asked as she settled into her seat, bringing cakes and drinks to the table.


    Ynde followed suit, sitting beside her. “Do you know Marlin?” she asked, her curiosity piqued. “It’s well-known that he keeps women at arm’s length. It’s odd. I’ve never heard of him having a close female friend.”


    Was Norah Marlin’s ex-girlfriend? Ynde wondered. Maybe he was still hung up on her, which would exin his distance. But Norah already had a boyfriend!


    Her face suddenly darkened. “Were you two together before?” she asked, her voice trembling with uncertainty. Norah noticed Ynde’s tendency to specte.


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