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Stella said, "All I need to know is that Emma is still out there, alive and kicking. Even if she doesn't want to reconnect with us, that's okay. As long as she's safe."Abigail pondered for a moment. "You're making quite the splash with your movie shoot in their town. If the person you saw really is Emma, and she wants to reconnect, let's leave a secret sign. She'll probably reach out to you. Otherwise, we'll just discreetly confirm it's her and not stir up any trouble."Stella nodded in agreement. "Alright, I'll follow your lead."But before they could set their plan in motion, just as Stella and Abigail returned to their hotel, a young boy approached them. "Miss, this is for you," he said as he handed Stella a letter.Stella took the letter, a bit surprised. "Hey, kid, did Ms. O'Neill ask you to give this to me?"The boy's eyes widened in shock. "How did you know that? I didn't say anything!"Stella chuckled and playfully pinched the boy's cheek. "Because I'm a fairy from the h
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Ten years ago in Valtara, Glenn Hagrid, a young man, was polishing a pool cue, but his mind was not on the game. It was fixed on Ron, who was lounging in the corner with a cigarette smoldering between his fingers."Ron, I heard that the Blue family from South Florivera sent a bride your way. Instead of checking her out, what's got you stuck here watching us shoot pool?"At the mention, Ron took a couple of hard drags on his cigarette and crushed it into the ashtray. "So eager for a girl, huh? Why don't you marry her?"Glenn shot back with a grin, "I would love to, but our grandpa won't allow it."Glenn, Ron's younger cousin by a year, was always one step behind in the family's pecking order.In Valtara, where the Hagrids were top dogs, and the Blues of South Florivera were high society, a marriage between these families was no small affair. It was a power move, carefully orchestrated by the elders who were selecting and reselecting the perfect match.After much deliberation, the
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Ron knew one thing for sure: even if he had not come back today, the marriage between the Hagrids and the Blues was a done deal. As soon as they hit legal age, they would be walking down the aisle.Ron picked up his pace, covering ground quickly. The yard was massive, taking Ron a while to reach the living room. Just a few steps in, he heard the elegant sound of a violin."Who's playing the violin?" Ron asked.Jake said with a grin, "That's Miss Blue. Before you got back, she played the piano for everyone. Heard she's a whiz with several instruments. Beautiful and talented. Besides Gary, you're your grandpa's favorite. The girl they've lined up for you is top-notch."Gary Hagrid was Ron's older brother. The name stung Ron like a knife to the heart, but his expression remained unchanged, stoic as he continued inside.The living room was bustling with people. All the Hagrid family elders were there. A few unfamiliar faces, Ron figured, must be the Blues' elders.A girl sat center s
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Ron's gaze lingered on Emma, a fact that everyone in the room noticed.Seeing this, Philip quickly steered the conversation toward Emma. "Emma's violin playing is superb. She must've been practicing for years," he said.Regina replied with a smile, "Mr. Hagrid Sr., we've always emphasized artistic development in our family. Emma started learning various instruments at the age of three and has since mastered them all."Just recently, she was accepted into a prestigious music academy abroad. However, her father and I would prefer her to attend Valtara University, so she can spend more time with Ron and nurture their relationship."Philip nodded in approval. "The Hagrid family needs a lady of her caliber."Regina beamed. "It's a great honor for Emma to be chosen by you from so many girls."The two families discussed their children as if they were commodities to be bartered, right in front of them.Ron's eyes met Emma's once again.Emma, her pristine face adorned with a flawless sm
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She said, "I know." Her voice was gentle and soothing.Ron asked, "Got a guy you're into?"Emma shook her head."No, really?" Ron pressed.Emma suddenly looked up at him, her eyes fierce. "If you don't believe me, go check for yourself."Ron chuckled coldly. "Check? You think I've got nothing better to do? Let me be clear: I don't like you. Whether you're into some guy or not, it's none of my business.""I know.""You know what?""I know you don't like me," she said."Well, at least you're aware of that," Ron remarked.Emma continued, "Even you can't change what our parents have decided. I certainly can't. We're going to end up married, whether we like it or not."Ron burst into laughter. "You're really ready to let others dictate your life? Marry a man you don't love?"Emma did not want this, not one bit.As Ron said, being born into such a family meant they were fated to have little say in their own lives. She knew from a young age that her family would arrange her marri
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Ron remained silent, almost forgetting that Emma was not just multi-talented with instruments—she was a master at each. Anyone would kill to have her at their university.But luck was not on her side. Choices? Emma had none. The schools she dreamed of were just that—dreams. Her skills on the piano, though exceptional, were unnoticed. She was just a pawn, a bargaining chip for the Blue family, no different from him in their shared tragic fate.After exchanging words, Ron turned to leave."Ron," Emma's voice cut through, urgent.He glanced at his wristwatch, a reminder of the gaming battle that awaited him. No time for idle chat. "Spit it out.""Everything I told you today, every word, came from the heart. I hope we can coexist peacefully from now on."Emma knew her reality too well. After being sent to Valtara by her family, Emma ceased to be their daughter. From that point on, her fate, in life or death, belonged to the Hagrid family.In the grand scheme of the Hagrid family, Ro
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Emma nodded obediently, but she knew that she could not make Ron stay if he decided to leave. After all, she was just someone insignificant to him.Watching Emma's savvy and compliant nature, Jake was quite impressed. "But you know Ron; he's a tough nut to crack. Even his grandfather can't rein him in. You'll have to be patient with him."Emma simply replied, "Yes."Jake added, "Everyone's waiting for you. Let's go have dinner."Emma hummed softly in agreement and dutifully followed Jake inside.The two families were already seated, with two vacant seats next to Philip, clearly reserved for Ron and Emma.With Ron absent, Emma was momentarily unsure of what to do. Fortunately, Philip beckoned her over with a smile. "Kid, come sit over here.""Yes," Emma replied obediently, taking her seat beside Philip. She then heard him ask, "Did that rascal Ron take off?"Emma nodded in confirmation."Ron just turned twenty last month, full of youthful recklessness, acting without thinking a
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Emma and Ron had just gotten engaged, despite Ron not really being into her. Yet, Emma's mother was already pushing Emma to have kids with Ron.Emma's heart was ice, but those words hit hard, punching a hole right through her tough exterior. She turned to her mother. "Can I ask you something?"Regina did not miss a beat. "Look, if you've got questions, just call Alyssa. She coached you for a while, remember? She knows your strengths in... certain areas. Even though she didn't rate your skills highly, you've got youth and beauty on your side. A bit of innocence can be pretty appealing to men. And Ron, that young hotshot, he won't know what hit him."Emma wanted to lash out, to ask if she was even Regina's real daughter. What kind of mother treats her own child like a pawn in a game, to be played with by others? But as she listened to her mother's words, a bitter smile crossed her face, and the questions she wanted to ask remained unspoken.Emma knew better than anyone what the Blue
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Emma turned and dashed into the bathroom. She cranked the faucet on and splashed water on her face, aiming to soothe her nerves.Although they were engaged, they were still too young, with countless uncertainties looming over their future. The possibility of actually walking down the aisle was up in the air.Decisions made in a rush of happiness could eventually become sources of regret. And Emma knew all too well that she couldn't afford any regrets.She thought that fortunately, Ron hadn't pushed things further, which gave her time to cool off.After freshening up, Emma stepped out to find Ron on the balcony, a cigarette in hand.She couldn't resist chiding him, "I've told you to cut down on smoking. Why can't you seem to remember?"This time, Ron complied, snuffing out the cigarette. "We should get some sleep. We've got to put our best foot forward when we meet your family tomorrow.""Okay, I'll sleep on the couch. You take the bed," Emma responded.Ron simply replied, "As y
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Ron looked at her dawdling pace with disdain. "If you, a lady, can handle it, why can't I, a grown man, stay?"His words sounded noble, but Ron regretted them the moment they arrived at the hotel.Despite now earning a decent income, Emma was still reluctant to spend money.This place was hardly a hotel; it was clearly a budget inn charging only a few dozen bucks a night. The hygiene was questionable at best, and safety seemed like a gamble.Ron turned on his heel, dragging her suitcase behind him. "We're leaving, now.""It's too late, and we can't get a refund for the room.""Are you trying to get us killed?"Emma fell silent, her thoughts a whirlwind of frustration. 'I told him he wouldn't be used to cheap places. He insisted on coming with me, and now he won't even let me stay here alone. Why is he so annoying?'However, considering Ron had rushed over in the middle of the night to help her, Emma decided not to hold it against him.Ron picked the best hotel in the area—the
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Rebekah glanced over at Ron; she exchanged a knowing look with him before saying, "I'll have someone tidy up the rooms. Why don't you two stay here tonight and keep me company?"Ron replied simply, "Sure."Emma had purchased a midnight flight back to South Florivera, necessitating a rush to the airport, which made staying over after dinner impossible.Yet, she found herself at a loss for words, struggling to decline Rebekah's kind offer.As she hesitated, Ron stepped in to clear the air. "Mom, I've got something on tonight. After dinner, I'll drive Emma back to her dorm."Rebekah raised an eyebrow. "What's so important?" she wondered aloud, thinking, 'Wasn't he the one insisting Emma stay over? What's he up to now?'Ron kept it mysterious. "Life stuff."Rebekah could not help but chide him lightly, "You, always the joker."Right after dinner, Ron insisted on leaving to take Emma back to her dormitory. But as soon as they were out of the gated community, he asked, "So, you reall
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Ron chuckled. "I didn't know you were aware that even a cornered rat will fight."Emma shot him a glare. "Are we going or not?"Ron quickly said, "Of course. When Miss Blue commands, how can I dare not obey?"Fearing another of his notorious driving escapades, Emma hastily buckled her seatbelt as she settled into the car.Thankfully, this time Ron kept it smooth, driving steadily.As they neared their destination, Ron finally spoke up, "You know, that Tucker guy is a married man. Don't let his kindness fool you into being the other woman."Emma's gaze on Ron was fiery, seething with anger. "Do you even hear yourself? Is that what you think of me? For the last time: Tucker and I share nothing more than a mentor-mentee relationship. There's nothing else between us.""I'm just looking out for you, worried you might get deceived," Ron said, witnessing Emma's fury for the first time. Yet, he could not help but find her anger not at all intimidating, but rather endearingly foolish.R
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The two sisters had a pact: no cell phones at home to keep their secrets from the prying eyes of the Blue family. Thus, Emma could call only at prearranged times, the sole window for Rihanna to catch up.Rihanna's voice bubbled with excitement over the phone, as she chattered away about her life's minutiae.Knowing Rihanna was doing well eased Emma's mind.Just as Emma was about to end the call, she heard Rihanna's voice, soft and wistful. "You're really not coming home for the holidays? If you don't, I'll be all alone."Emma's heart clenched at those words, and she made up her mind in an instant. "I'll come back the day before New Year's Eve."The Blue family had their hands full with festivities that day, too busy to notice Rihanna's absence. Emma figured slipping back unnoticed then would be her best shot.After hanging up, Emma immediately booked a flight from Valtara to South Florivera. With her ticket secured and her last bit of work finished, Emma prepared to leave her off
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Emma had no interest in romance, let alone the audacity to dream that Ron might fancy her.This time, she did not pick up the thread of conversation.After dinner, Ron, as usual, drove Emma back to the university.Before parting, Ron said, "Winter break is almost upon us, and the dorms might be off-limits. Are you sure you don't want to stay at my place for a couple of months?"Emma offered a smile in response. "Thanks for the offer. I've spoken with the dorm supervisor and submitted an application in advance. I'll be able to stay over the holiday period."Ron paused before saying, "Well, if you need anything, just let me know. I'll text you my number in a bit; make sure you save it."Emma nodded. "Sure."Without further ado, Ron drove off.Upon returning to her dorm, Emma saw Evelyn and Cassie, busy packing their bags, surrounded by gifts for their parents bought from Valtara.Evelyn asked Emma, "Are you really not going home for the winter break?"Emma replied, "No, I won't
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Emma did not have the guts to risk failure because she did not have a safe haven to fall back on.Lucas kicked Ron in the shin. "Come on, if you fancy her, out with it. No Hagrid heir dithers like this."Ron glared at him. "Mind your own business." In his head, Emma was already his. The thought of losing her was unimaginable.Lucas said, "Without my meddling, she'd never be yours."Ron changed the subject. "I called you here for a serious discussion."Lucas replied, "No matter how serious, it can't outweigh the matter of your lifetime happiness."Ron was exasperated. "Lucas!"Lucas relented. "Alright, alright, you talk, I'm all ears."Ron spelled out Emma's music venture with Tucker. After hearing it all, Lucas could not help but see Emma in a new light."Never pegged Emma as such a dark horse," Lucas said.Silently listening to their conversation, Emma was thrilled to have her work recognized.Lucas said, "But, getting back to it, whether a song makes money, and how much, d
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Ron barked, "Lucas!"With a chuckle, Lucas responded, "Alright, alright, I'll stop teasing Emma. I'm starving. Let's grab some food and talk business while we eat."Ron snapped, "Get lost!"Lucas could not help but revel in Ron's frustration. "Ron, have you fallen so quickly? Who was it that told me they would never accept an arranged marriage?"Emma was increasingly confused by their banter. "If it's inconvenient for me to be here, I can just take a cab and leave."Ron said, "Call you dumb and you won't admit it!"Emma thought to herself, 'I didn't want to be a third wheel, cramping their style. Was that really so wrong? No good deed goes unpunished, apparently.'Suddenly, Ron grabbed Emma's hand and led her inside. "It's cold out; let's go inside."Emma had to quicken her pace, practically being dragged along.Seeing them together, Lucas laughed heartily from behind. "Ron, oh Ron, never thought I'd see the day.""Don't laugh too soon. Your day is coming," Ron shot back.Th
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Emma said, "Okay."Ron asked, "Have you won over your crush?"Lucas responded, "Secret."Ron replied, "Looks like you haven't won her over."Lucas said, "As long as I make a move, there's no girl I can't win over. But I haven't made a move yet because the timing isn't right."Ron asked, "Is it because of the Sandow family?"Lucas answered, "The Sandow family wants to marry their daughter to me, and my family wants me to marry her too. But I've told them long ago that I'm not willing to do that. Nobody can make me marry a girl I don't like."Emma remained silent. 'I didn't expect that Lucas would also have the same problem as me and Ron.'It seems like the wealthier the family, the more they'll arrange marriages based on social status without considering personal preferences.'Lucas seemed to sense Emma's thoughts. "Emma, my situation with the Sandow girl is different from yours and Ron's. Don't lump us together."Ron looked at Emma and suddenly said, "There isn't any other gi
