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    However, Trinity failed to grasp his intentions. Hearing his words, her face clouded over. She couldn’t speak ill of Elliana anymore, but a deep sense of bitterness took root in her heart. She couldn’t understand why Elliana seemed topete with her for everything. First, Cole, the man she had dreamed of marrying, was snatched away. Then, Jeff, who had followed her around loyally for so long, no longer sided with her. Now, even Lance, who had admired her for years, seemed to be drifting away. Each new thought only added to her growing frustration.


    With a cold smile, Trinity asked, “Lance, it sounds like your opinion of Elliana has changed a lot. Did something happen that made you see her differently?”


    There was a lot Lance wanted to say, but since Elliana had asked him to keep her identity as River a secret, he couldn’t tell Trinity what had transpired at thepany. After a pause, he sincerely said, “Trinity, I got to know Elliana better because of some things that happened. If you give her a chance, you might see how wonderful she is. Who knows? The two of you could even be friends.”


    Trinity’s difort grew with every word, though she made sure to hide her feelings.


    Just then, a sudden cough sounded from behind, breaking the moment.


    It was Louisa.


    With a polite nod, Trinity said, “Hello, Louisa.”


    Offering a gentle smile, Louisa nodded at Trinity and then addressed Lance, “Weren’t you supposed to head out to work? Why are you still here? You might end up beingte.”


    Without missing a beat, Lance replied, “I’m going now.” He then turned to Trinity. “I’ll see youter.”


    “Take care, Lance,” Trinity said with a smile as she waved her hand in farewell.


    Heading off, Lance walked toward his car.


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    Louisa gave Trinity a pleasant smile before following Lance.


    Watching Louisa walk past, Trinity’s friendly expression faded as she sensed that Louisa’s warmth was just for show.


    Compared to Irene, Louisa’s personality was quite different. Irene never hid how she felt, greeting those she cared for with real warmth and turning cold toward people she disliked. Louisa, on the other hand, preferred to keep a smile for everyone, never letting her real thoughts slip through. She avoided getting tangled in small matters and managed not to offend anyone, but there was always a careful calction behind her actions.


    Living with the Evans family for years, Trinity had be skilled at reading the smallest cues in people, especially Louisa. There had been a time when Louisa had encouraged Lance to pursue her, but after what happenedst night, Louisa seemed to have changed her stance. The realization left Trinity feeling even more troubled. Even though she had never pictured a future with Lance, she couldn’t shake the sting of being cast out of their options.


    Without knowing what was on Trinity’s mind, Lance reached his car. Just as he went to open the door, he realized Louisa hade after him. “Mom, did you want something?” he asked.


    Facing her son, Louisa dropped her smile. With a firm expression, she said, “I want you to keep your distance from Trinity from now on. I do not support the two of you together.”


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