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    From a young age, Elena had understood that Benjamin and Cecily didn’t love her. However, she had She’s affection, and that was all she needed. Having never experienced parental love, she had deeply valued She’s affection. Today, however, she saw the truth more clearly than ever. She did love her, but her loyalty to the Reed family surpassed everything else.


    She’s past kindness was conditional upon Elena’s association with the Reed family. Now that Elena was no longer part of the Reeds, She’s protective instincts had faded.


    With this realization, Elena decided it was time to sever all ties. She approached Benjamin step by step.


    Benjamin expected an apology and looked visibly more rxed. But as Elena met his gaze, her eyes conveyed a potent mix of defiance and resolve.


    Benjamin felt a sudden coldness, his pupils shrinking in response.


    Elena spoke deliberately, “I’ve stated before that I am no longer affiliated with the Reed family, yet it seems you have not grasped this. Therefore, I will make it clear one final time.”


    She then turned to address the assembled crowd. “Since we are all gathered here today, let this be official. I, Elena, hereby sever all familial ties with the Reed family. From this moment forward, there is no connection between us. Should the Reed family continue to covet the Harper family’s assets, I will fiercely oppose them.”


    With those words, Elena removed her hairpin and hurled it to the floor with force. The milky white jade hairpin shattered into several pieces. A hush fell over the room before erupting into a heated discussion.


    “Severing all family ties? Elena actually said it!”


    “People sacrifice a lot to raise their children, which should not be forgotten. The Reed family raised her, yet she chooses to sever ties? How unfeeling and heartless.”


    “Elena isn’t their biological child, after all. Over such a trivial issue, she’s making a huge deal out of cutting ties. Raising someone else’s child seems pointless. The Reeds might as well adopt a pet rock!”


    “It was all a misunderstanding, and even Bertha intervened. Still, Elena is unyielding. Severing all family ties? It seems she’s lost touch with reality after watching too many dramas.”


    Benjamin’s expression darkened. He had not anticipated Elena’s defiance. Elena wanted to cut ties with the Reed family? What absurdity!


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    Cecily was equally shocked, her eyes wide with disbelief. Elena’s boldness caught her off guard. Was she not afraid of social bacsh? The ties wouldn’t be severed just because she imed so! The Reeds hadn’t even secured the Harper family’s assets yet. How could she sever all ties now?


    Sylvia’s eyes momentarily sparkled with delight. The situation unfolded beyond her expectations. The more Elena stirred up trouble, the better. Now, everyone would see Elena as an ungrateful brat!


    Sylvia’s gaze shifted to Darren, but his attention was fixed on Elena. Sylvia’s smile vanished instantly.


    Pointing at Elena, Benjamin shook with rage. “You ungrateful woman! You will regret this! If you leave today, don’t bothering back—no matter how much you plead!”


    Elena remained stoic as she turned to walk away.


    “Elena!” Benjamin yelled furiously. “Stop right now!”


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