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    “Our mentor’s finally stepped out of the shadows!”


    “Yeah! She’s been off the grid for so long that I was starting to think our junior would keep his identity under wraps forever.”


    “If it weren’t for that impostor stirring up trouble, our junior probably would’ve stayed hidden.”


    “Our mentor said we might get to meet her soon. I’m dying to know when! I can’t wait! We’re finally going to see her in the flesh!”


    Inside the hall, Kurt had a premium roast prepared and motioned for the guests to rx.


    Hardly had Christina settled in when Robin lunged forward, snatching the adjacent seat with reckless speed.


    Dn, everposed and calcting, found himself sidelined by Robin’s brazen grab.


    Kurt masked any reaction, maintaining a nonchnt air, though amusement flickered in his eyes. A subtle arch of his brow hinted at silent approval. Finally, it looked like his grandson was showing grit, pursuing a woman and going toe-to-toe with a rival from the prestigious Scott lineage. Impressive initiative.


    Of course, the Millers couldn’t rival the Scotts in legacy, but Kurt wasn’t concerned about such distinctions when it came to winning a bride. If Robin seeded in winning Christina’s heart, he would back Robin wholeheartedly. Christina struck him as an ideal fit for Robin—he was already quite taken with her. If Robin could win Christina’s hand, it would be a major victory for their side.


    The Scott family’s status didn’t faze Kurt. He wouldn’t want to miss a catch like Christina. Besides, Dn had the charisma and reputation to attract someone else easily. And ultimately, Christina’s affection would decide everything.


    Kurt nursed his drink, keeping his musings private. Even when the hot brew scalded his tongue, he said nothing, flinching just slightly.


    Robin, who had aggressively secured his ce beside Christina, tossed a cocky look Dn’s way.


    Dn’s jaw clenched, a chill emanating from him that could’ve frosted the windows.


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    Unbothered by Dn’s frozen stare, Robin turned toward Christina and said, “Only the best blend makes an appearance when my grandfather hosts. You should try it.”


    “In that case, I’ll make sure to enjoy every drop,” Christina answered, bringing the cup to her lips.


    But before she drank, she noticed Dn standing motionless, his gaze locked onto Robin with quiet fury. “Aren’t you going to join us, Mr. Scott?” she asked, a crease forming between her brows. She was baffled. The room had no shortage of seating, yet Dn remained on his feet.


    Dn didn’t respond immediately, though his features softened ever so slightly as he nced at her, lips tightly drawn. Watching her clueless face, a stifling weight settled on his chest. He hadn’t known this kind of emotional chaos until Christina entered his life. Yet, she didn’t seem to see any of it—and that realization crushed him. He was clueless about romance, and was Christina even more emotionally unaware?


    Dn’s thoughts wandered to the years she spent with the Dawsons—all her efforts poured into Brendon—and a bitter stab of envy hit him hard. She wasn’t incapable of loving. She simply hadn’t chosen him. The sting in his chest deepened, a slow-burning ache that refused to fade.


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