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    And yet here was Ethan, the one who had always been quick to quarrel with her and caused endless mischief growing up, letting her stay at his ce. This truly surprised her.


    She turned her eyes on Ethan. “Son, don’t you think, with how sessful you and Brenna are and with all the wealth you’ve built, you should be nning a wedding that’s grand and memorable?”


    Ethan gave a shortugh, already knowing she still wanted them to have a big ceremony. His answer was firm and left no room for debate. “We’re doing what Brenna wants. She doesn’t care for huge events. We’ve decided on a destination wedding.”


    Elsa let out a frustrated sigh. “And what about your father and me? Do we get no say in this at all?”


    “This is our marriage. No one else’s opinion needs to factor into it.” Ethan’s voice was calm but final.


    His blunt tone struck a nerve. For a moment, she wanted to m her hand on the table and argue until he gave in, but she held back. She had lived long enough with his stubborn streak to know that wouldn’t work. When Ethan made up his mind, no amount of arguing would change that.


    Since he refused to bend, she would go straight to the Harpers. If she could persuade them, especially Brenna, perhaps she could turn the tide.


    The next day, with nothing else to upy her, Elsa strolled through the neighborhood and eventually found herself standing at the gate of the Harper estate.


    A guard sat idly in the sun. Elsa approached him. “Is Mrs. Harper at home?” she asked.


    The guard immediately recognized her. Elsa wasn’t only Ethan’s mother; she was also a renowned singer in Vand. Straightening, he answered respectfully, “Mr. and Mrs. Harper are both out at work right now.”


    “And when will they be back?” Elsa asked.


    “Mrs. Harper usually returns around six. Mr. Harper gets hometer. Should I call them for you if it’s urgent?”


    Elsa refused to handle something so serious over the phone. “I’lle back this evening,” she said before turning and walking away.


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    True to her word, she returned that night, arriving just after Shepard and Giselle had stepped inside. The guard had already told them of her earlier visit, so her presence was no surprise.


    Giselle had instructed the chef to prepare a few additional dishes, already deciding she would ask Elsa to stay and share a meal. Elsa had dressed with care, her appearance polished and refined, a clear gesture of respect toward the Harpers.


    Giselle weed her at the door with a polite smile. “Please,e inside. It’s cold out there.”


    Elsa returned Giselle’s smile. “I hope I’m not interrupting.”


    In truth, Giselle didn’t care much for Elsa. Elsa’s habit of speaking without restraint had left an impression—just days ago, she had mocked Giselle for her husband’s cheating incident and his illegitimate daughter.


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