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"Please enjoy," says Jane as she hands over cups of tea and coffee to her guests. She didn't expect today's visit to raise so many questions for her.
"You look healthy, Jane." The middle-aged woman sitting in front of Jane smiles warmly. Since getting out of the car, her eyes haven't shifted from Jane. She's very relieved to find Jane in good shape.
"Thank God, I'm all good. How about Mom? Taking meds regularly, right? I told Maria to keep an eye on the meds and vitamins."
Kate smiles even wider, while her son grumbles uncomfortably. His face turns away abruptly. Austin's visible annoyance is clear as day.
"I originally didn't have any desire to live more—"
"Mom," Austin interrupts swiftly. "I agreed to meet Jane at your request, but not to engage in nonsense talk." He gets up from his seat and chooses to distance himself from everyone. His peripheral vision still focused on a specific point.
The man who since arriving at this house ha
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"I didn't expect you to move on so quickly with someone else."Jane almost dropped the plate she had just finished washing. She never anticipated a time when she would be alone with the man who didn't want to see her anymore. Though... it's tough. Since his arrival, Jane has been keeping her distance, avoiding direct interaction. Occasionally, she just responds with superficial chatter.The beautiful woman tries to compose herself. She can't let herself be affected by his presence. Through the corner of her eye, she notices that he's not far from her, just behind her back. The small kitchen and the arrangement of furniture, so different from her previous home, make their proximity uncomfortably close."What do you need?" Jane asks, trying to keep herself calm. She mustn't let her hands tremble, even though her heart keeps praying for Austin to leave her alone soon.The intimidation Austin imposes on her life makes it hard for Jane to forget that he has no
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On the way home, Kate didn't talk much. She kept her gaze forward, occasionally enjoying the nighttime drive. Sometimes, they got stuck in a bit of traffic in some central spots, but it didn't last long. Otherwise, their journey back to Don William's residence went smoothly."I hope this is the first and last visit to Jane's house, Mom," Austin says, adjusting his seat. He's been wanting to talk since earlier but was interrupted by numerous messages from Calysta. She's making him impatient to see her soon."Are you forbidding your mom from having a relationship with someone else?" Kate glances at her prideful son. There's a frustration and anger she can't easily express."Mommy can have a relationship with someone else as long as it's not Jane," says Austin firmly. "Instead of wasting unnecessary time with Jane, why doesn't Mommy try to get closer to my future wife?"Kate's stomach feels tied up in a long, tight knot. Strong and suffocating. "What do you
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Fabian grinned widely after once again, going through each page of the contract that had just been signed. His dreams were coming true. He could predict it, but finding the approval signature from the person willing to carry Lavender, it's just so delightful. The euphoria reminded him of what he did with Ursula, Giselle, and Harvey. Just like when he got their approval, the joy that enveloped his heart, everything in his mind and strategic plans, realized and... Boom! They all received such a fantastic reception. His instincts as an art performer rarely missed. That's why when Jane agreed, he was sure this year's show would belong to SEO Fashion. Closed very well, and Fabian also felt like his four pillars were standing. Not standing completely, well, because one of them he'd just started to train to stand up against the world. "You look so happy, Boss." One of the finance division staff entered the room, carrying some documents that needed Fabian's signature
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“Welcome to the party!” Giselle shrieked with joy upon opening her apartment door. First, she checked who the guest was this afternoon, just to make sure it was indeed Jane.Jane just laughed, taking Giselle's eagerly extended hand and stepping inside. Since this apartment is located in such a secure area, it seemed like Giselle deliberately opened the door wide, as if to let everyone know something fun was happening inside.As Jane recalls, Giselle's living room had a large L-shaped sofa. On the wall, there was a large TV that Jane was sure also served as a mini theater. The equipment around it was quite sophisticated and complete, perfect for relaxing and spending the day watching this year's best films.And now?It's decorated in such a way that the sofa has been moved, creating an area where a glass-topped table used to be, making it more spacious and dance-friendly. Oh, don't forget the colorful lights that were installed who know when, b
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Jane reads the sheets that Brina handed out, outlining the schedule and preparations for the upcoming show. Since Jane has never been familiar with the modeling world, the schedule she has is quite packed and tight. But despite that, she can't complain. All the beauty is at the other end, and it won't be easy to navigate."I'm only giving you a pass today, Olive." Brina speaks to Jane after dealing with the three super noisy girls, which have given Brina a throbbing headache. There's constant complaints ranging from reasonable concerns to what Brina thinks are just their excuses. But no, Brina won't back down.Everyone's had enough fun. Harvey already has a schedule for next week. Giselle is gearing up for a grand event in the Western State. Meanwhile, Ursula has her own agenda as an influencer on a fashion channel. Since the event is broadcast live, Ursula's appearance must be in top condition."Did you hear that, Giselle? Even Olive isn't spared by Brina," Har
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It seems the words of the three girls who recently entered Jane's life are true. Brina is a harsh stepmother. Jane has stumbled countless times, walked not to Brina's liking, and goodness, just a bit—when Jane lowers her hand slightly, she gets a stern warning.The stick Brina carries during Jane's training sessions has hit Jane's hands and feet countless times. No, not to strike as a warning, but the stick's tip has a dye that immediately marks Jane's skin. Signaling how many mistakes Jane has made."Once more, Olive." Brina points to the catwalk's branch in front of her. The branch also forms another angle connected to each other. So, as Jane practices walking there, she occasionally stops right at the intersection. Striking a few standard poses as directed by Brina.It's not just Brina there. The style director is also involved in Jane's training session this time. Well, for the next few days, Jane will be with them.Brina's command is met with a
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The heat hitting him today didn't deter the man neatly dressed in an expensive suit from stepping out of his car. He didn't need a hat just to ward off the sun that could give him a headache. The issues that came his way were much more troubling than just avoiding the sun's heat.His steps lead to a grave he had visited not long ago. The bond formed years ago made occasional visits feel like no trouble amidst his busy work schedule.Once again, he checks his belongings. "Hey, Uncle," he softly greets, placing the bouquet he guarded throughout the journey. "How are you?"No response, just the whisper of the wind. Cool, but it sends shivers down his spine. Did his greeting receive a response? Who knows. Richard didn't want to find out."Does Austin visit often?" He chuckles. "I don't think so. He comes when he needs you. But don't worry. Austin still can't accept your departure. He's still filled with regrets, but sadly, your son is foolish, Uncle."
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Calysta doesn't want to wipe away her smile just yet. Her eyes have been satisfied with a bundle of books about wedding venues and all the related matters. Austin mentioned that there would be no more delays in their wedding."This is all interesting," says Calysta, closing the book in her hands. "I'm impressed with all the models you've shown, the explanations you've been rambling about. And, well... some of the concepts you've proposed have piqued my interest."Margareth pulls the corners of her lips wide. "We have experience handling weddings for many influential families in this country. You can check our profiles, and coincidentally, we've handled several parties organized by the Don William family."Calysta crosses her legs and leans back comfortably. Her eyes gaze at her interlocutor with a calm look, but one thing is certain in her mind; she doesn't want to use Margareth for her event."Does that mean everything you offer has been used by others i
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