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    In mere moments, the Reed family found themselves isted, shunned by everyone present.


    “The Reed family has truly revealed their vile nature, coveting the Harper family fortune. If Mr. Harper finds out, he won’t spare them.”


    “Have the Reeds lost their minds? How dare they even attempt such a thing?”


    “Blinded by greed, they’ve offended not only the Harper family but the Spencer family as well. Utterly foolish and disgraceful.”


    “And the Griffiths family, aligning themselves with the Reeds? Don’t they fear the consequences?”


    Benjamin’s knees nearly buckled, and he almost copsed. How could this happen? His carefullyid ns were supposed to be foolproof, designed specifically to keep the people of the in the dark. Yet somehow, Wesley knew everything and had sided with Elena against them!


    Cecily gripped Benjamin’s arm tightly, her voice trembling. “Darling, what do we do now? It looks like we’re finished…”


    With Elena and Wesley’s departure, a heavy veil of sorrow settled over the once joyous venue.


    Leonardo furrowed his brow, lost in thought. The Reed family was in ruins—would joining forces with them earn Wesley’s disapproval? As he pondered, a sharp scream shattered the somber silence.


    Sylvia clutched her abdomen, pain etched across her face. “Ah! My stomach…”


    Below her, a dark stain spread across the floor.


    Sylvia had lost her baby. Her careless fall had endangered her pregnancy, and the overwhelming pain had caused a miscarriage. Without hesitation, Darren called off the wedding, publicly announcing his disengagement from the Reed family—much like the abrupt end to his engagement with Elena.


    Wesley carried Elena into the vehicle and instructed, “Take us back to the.”


    “Understood, Mr. Spencer.” Felix, today’s chauffeur, promptly rolled up the partition after they were seated. The car glided smoothly down the road.


    Inside the backseat’s confined space, the tension began to build. Sweat beaded on Elena’s forehead, strands of her hair bing damp and clinging to her skin. She kept her gaze lowered, her breaths growingbored, and her cheeks tinged with an unnatural flush.


    Since entering the car, Elena had remained motionless.


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    A slight crease appeared between Wesley’s brows, his gaze sharpening briefly. He swallowed, his voice low. “Are you feeling hot?” Elena didn’t respond. Her jaw was set as she struggled to control the turmoil within her. To steady herself, she bit the inside of her cheek, the sharp pain keeping her silent. Blood was already pooling in her mouth.


    Suddenly, a strong hand captured her chin, tilting her face upward.


    Elena’s eyshes quivered, her usual quick reactions slowed by the drug. Her eyes slowly met Wesley’s intense gaze. She blinked, her mind momentarily clouded.


    Tears had gathered in her eyes, making them appear dewy. The drug had worn down her usual stoic facade, leaving her exposed and defenseless.


    A visible change came over Wesley. His heart raced, his eyes narrowed, and his breaths became shallow. His voice grew even huskier as he said, “You’ve been drugged.” There was no doubt in his tone.


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