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    Joselyn let out a soft chuckle.


    Despite his firm denial, many, including herself and Carole, once believed that Carole would be Mrs. Thorpe.


    Carole’s birthday celebration was held at a luxurious mansion in Livbon.


    While a mediated resolution, facilitated by Zoey from GT Group, had been reached regarding past disputes between Light and Carole’s studio, the negative effects persisted.


    Many of Carole’s originally invited friends from the industry declined to attend her birthday party, offering various excuses.


    The banquet hall, initially designed to amodate over 200 guests, held less than 50 attendees.


    This was a humiliating situation. Carole’s appearance appeared strained and pale.


    “Carole, I heard that Mr. Thorpe is also in Livbon,” Aphrodite, trying tofort her, said. “He always came to your birthday celebrations in the past. He’ll definitely be here today!”


    Only then did a smile appear on Carole’s face.


    To her, as long as Kaiden showed up, everyone else’s presence was unimportant!


    After a while, Carole noticed a familiar figure approaching and greeted her with enthusiasm. “Joselyn!”


    Despite harboring reservations about Joselyn’s background, Carole maintained a pleasant demeanor, aware of her close ties to Kaiden.


    “Happy birthday, Miss Lambert!” Joselyn presented two gifts, exining, “The one on the left is from me, and the one on the right was prepared by Leo before his passing. I hope you like them!”


    “Thank you, Joselyn!” Carole responded eagerly. “Where’s Kaiden?” she inquired, instantly drawing the attention of the other guests.


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    Rumors of Carole’s supposed affair with the GT Group’s CEO had spread amongst the attendees, making Kaiden’s absence all the more conspicuous.


    “He couldn’t make it,” Joselyn replied with a polite smile, causing Carole’s hopeful expression to falter.


    The guests exchanged knowing nces, understanding the implication: Kaiden, a married man, had purposefully avoided attending Carole’s birthday celebration to avoid fueling further spection.


    Several guests, who had hoped to glean insights into Kaiden through Carole, promptly left the party, disappointed by his absence.


    Carole’s facade crumbled, her expression souring as she struggled to conceal her disappointment.


    “Carole…” Aphrodite offeredfort, saying, “It’s okay. I’m here for you, and you have your family too!”


    Shaking her head disheartenedly, Carole replied, “My brothers and sisters won’t make it either.”


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