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    Shawn had learned to persevere quietly, focusing solely on his education in hopes of one day rescuing his mother from their dismal circumstances. However, His half-brother had only added to their troubles. Tragedy struck when his mother was murdered, and he was wrongfully burdened with huge debts.


    Later, when he was falsely used of theft and faced expulsion, Elena stepped into his life. Undeterred by his disheveled appearance, she regarded him calmly and simply asked, “Do you seek revenge?” Without hesitation, he epted her offer. Without further word from Elena, Shawn silently awaited the dawn of a new day.


    Time passed quickly.


    Keith and Elyse had vanished from public view, and as Jeffry’s wedding approached, it became the center of intense media attention in the.


    Two days before the ceremony, the Harper family flew all their guests to an exclusive ind.


    The ind’s premier hotel was fully booked by the Harpers for the asion.


    Upon arrival, Elena immediately felt the oppressive heat.


    The fierce sun, endless ocean, and crowded beach bustling with vacationers in swimwear greeted her.


    Guests checked into the hotel.


    Elena’s room was on the tenth floor of the fifteen-story building. After a short break, she slipped into a long, strappy dress that felt cool against her skin.


    Just outside her room, Javier knocked eagerly, his voice full of excitement. “Elena, are you ready? The water’s crystal clear today! Come on, let’s have some fun!”


    Opening the door, Elena saw Javier dressed in vibrant floral shorts and a matching shirt, his enthusiasm unmistakable. She grabbed her sun hat and joined him downstairs.


    The beach was already lively with swimmers.


    As they approached the shore, Elena recognized someone in the distance.


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    Javier nced around, his face shifting to one of surprise. “What’s going on at the beach?”


    The beach presented a scene of contrasts—one side buzzing with life and noise, while the othery quiet and still, dominated by a lone figure lounging in the calm.


    This stark difference quickly drew everyone’s attention.


    Javier squinted toward the peaceful side. “Is Wesley really that intimidating? Why is no one else around him?”


    Laughter came from behind.


    Turning around, Elena saw Malcolm approaching casually.


    With one hand holding a drink and the other tucked in his pocket, Malcolm exined, “The crowded part is public, but the peaceful side is private property. Wesley would own the entire beach if it weren’t forws protecting publds.”


    “Did Wesley buy that part of the beach?” Javier asked, curiosity piqued. “What could that even cost?”


    Malcolm just smiled and waved off the question. For a conglomerate like the Spencer Group, such an expense was negligible, barely making a dent in their vast resources.


    Malcolm nced at Elena, raising an eyebrow. “It’s more peaceful over there. Shall we?”


    He led the way to the shaded spot beneath Wesley’s umbre. “Hope you don’t mind us joining you, Wesley,” Malcolm said with a rxed smile as he settled in.


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