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Sweet Subterfuge Chapter 122
The girlfriend turned out to be Lana. Larissa wondered how she forgot that October 23rd was Lana's birthday.As she recalled the past, she clenched her handbag so tightly that she began trembling. Before she left the Seymours, she had spent every October 23rd hiding under the covers of her blanket in her room. She refused to watch the joyful occasion happening outside her room or listen to the laughter that echoed outside. They were nothing but a reminder of how unwelcome she was in that family.As old memories and negative emotions arose, her breathing turned shallow. Despite the warm temperature of the venue, she began to shiver.Just then, Lucas cleared his throat in the microphone, which silenced the audience immediately. The abrupt silence brought Larissa back to her senses. She got to her feet, deciding to slip away quietly before Lana noticed her. However, before she went far, she ran into someone. A faint, familiar, manly scent filled her nostrils.She froze in her tracks.
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With everyone's attention on her, Lana, the little princess, smiled proudly during Lucas' speech."Two years ago, we were both in Bartham, celebrating her birthday with her family. However, due to my job transfer last year, we were separated by distance, spending more time apart than together. It caused my little princess a great deal of hardship. She left her family behind and flew to Covenford to spend her 24th birthday with me today." Lucas' hand gradually moved upward, wrapping around Lana's waist. Affection filled his gaze, and his tone grew gentler as he said, "I hope you like everything I've prepared for you."As his words fell, Lana turned her head to look at him."I really like it," she said softly.The audience began to cheer, shouting, "Kiss her! Kiss her!" They seemed more excited than Lucas himself. Blushing, Lucas laughed along with the crowd. He looked at Lana but made no moves.After a while, he shook his head and said, "I'm shy. Let's skip that."Immediately,
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Thinking her eyes were playing a trick on her, Larissa pushed Kevan's hand away from her face, but Lana had already turned around. Soon, the waiters served the dishes, and everyone's attention immediately shifted to the food.Lucas and Lana were seated opposite Kevan and Larissa, as those were the only two vacant seats in the venue.As soon as they stepped down from the stage, Lucas rushed towards Kevan."Mr. Rogers!" Lucas' face was flushed, but one could hardly tell if it was due to the warm temperature of the venue or his overwhelming excitement from seeing Kevan.Lana, whom he had left behind, was a few steps behind him. Although she furrowed her brows in anger, Lucas was too happy to see his idol that he did not notice.Larissa sighed internally, thinking that men were really clueless.Kevan stood up and nodded at Lucas. Smiling at Lana, he said gently, "Happy birthday, Ms. Seymour."Having been addressed specifically by him, Lana immediately put on a perfunctory smile. H
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"Ms. Seymour!" Lucas exclaimed excitedly. "I knew it! It was you who got Mr. Rogers here!"With her back still facing them, Larissa politely replied, "It has nothing to do with me, Mr. Hermes. He came because of you.""Don't be modest! Mr. Rogers just said that he came because of you," Lucas insisted, grinning from ear to ear."Oh, wait!" Lucas suddenly exclaimed, smacking his forehead. "I almost forgot." Holding Lana's hand, he led her over to Larissa and Kevan and made himself some space between them. "Let me introduce you to them, Lana. This is Larissa Seymour, the manager of the housekeeping department at Regal Dynasty Hotel, and she's also Mr. Rogers's girlfriend. I always thought you two looked alike, and interestingly, you even share the same last name—"He was interrupted by Lana before he could finish his sentence."Larissa? My sister?" Her voice trembled, and her eyes widened in disbelief.Sister. Larissa hadn't heard that word for many years, and she didn't miss it
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Lucas finally came to the realization that something had happened. "Are you really sisters?" He was shocked and overjoyed at the same time. "I said …"However, Larissa and Lana didn't bother to entertain him. Lucas sulked briefly before stepping forward to comfort Lana, who was sobbing uncontrollably. "Alright. You can talk to Larissa privately later. Let's eat first." Lana let go of Larissa, but in the next instant, she had a change of heart. She swiftly turned around and hooked her arm around Larissa's."I want to sit with Larissa!" Lana leaned on her shoulders and said coquettishly. "But …" Larissa threw a pleading look at Kevan, but before she could say anything, Lana asked sweetly, "Mr. Rogers, can I switch places with you?" Lana blinked her round eyes at him and puckered her lips beseechingly. Kevan replied without any hesitation, "Alright." Larissa watched as he left and shifted her hope to Lucas. She thought he might be upset about switching seats, but unexpecte
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Larissa had successfully diverted her attention. "We met while studying abroad. He was my senior at the same university, but we were pursuing different courses. Despite having our own clique for international students, we were the only students from Caldor. Although he had another senior, she already had a boyfriend, so she rarely hung out with us, leaving us alone most of the time. He really looks out for me too. However, it was only an attraction we had for each other back then. It wasn't until I returned to Caldor after graduating that we ran into each other again at a party. That's when we discovered that our parents were good friends. Both sides had the intention of bringing us together, and we also enjoyed each other's company. So I happily agreed to be Lucas' girlfriend once he popped the question."It was a pretty sweet love story, but Lana did not seem the slightest bit excited when talking about it. Even her expression remained the same throughout. Her smile seemed more li
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Kevan and Larissa's intimate actions made Lucas avert his gaze. His face was as red as Lana's. Lana wrapped her arm around Larissa's other arm, batted her eyelashes, and looked at Larissa expectantly."Stay with me tonight, okay? I'm staying in this hotel."Larissa was completely distracted by the hand Kevan had placed on her waist and had no intention of dealing with Lana. Just then, Lucas happened to turn around and give her a cue. Larissa immediately caught on to what he meant and politely declined Lana's invitation, "No, thank you." "You came all the way to see your boyfriend, so you should spend more time with him.""No!" Lana not only ignored her advice but also started to throw a fit. "It's my birthday, and I'm in charge. You have to listen to me!"She pouted sulkily, her bright eyes wide open, her cheeks streaked with disappointment, looking like a spoiled child. But Larissa wasn't buying it."Be good," she said.Seeing that she was adamant, Lana softened her tone
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"Yes." Larissa forced a smile on her face, her voice sounding more airy than before. "I was born and raised in Bartham. Later I got into a university in Covenford, and after graduating, I found a decent job, so I settled down here."She skimmed over the past casually, as if those were nothing more than fleeting memories, including her memories with him. Kevan instantly felt downcast. "Have you not been in contact with your family all these years? Your sister said she has been looking for you," he asked.Larissa pursed her lips, took a moment to think, and then shook her head. "Why?" Kevan felt his heart tighten suddenly. Although he somewhat knew the reasons, he still wanted to hear her express them in her own words. However, Larissa remained silent. The two of them fell into a moment of silence, each lost in their own thoughts, creating a strange sense of understanding between them.They remained silent until they left the hotel. As the cold wind blew, Larissa shivered, fina
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Wendy said, "You have to walk faster than this, Larissa! It's almost time! Your husband can't wait!""Alright!" Larissa quickly gathered up her skirts and followed her.The sun was out.Its golden rays shone softly on the red carpet through the rose petals.Larissa suppressed her desire to stay here for a little while longer and quickly walked toward the end.It was the door to the glass hall.Gary held Aster's hand and his cane in the other, waiting for her at the entrance.When he saw her, Aster immediately let go of Gary's hand and rushed toward her. "You're so pretty today, Mommy!"Larissa patted his head and smiled gently. "Thank you."Aster was her flower boy. Like Gary, he was wearing a tuxedo with a little bowtie.He was holding a basket that was proportionate to his body. In it were rose petals of various colors and shapes.The music suddenly began playing.Gary walked up to her and extended his arm toward her. "Let's go."He looked at her with a smile, his eyes g
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Gary and Lewis left Bartham after two days.Blue Star did not give them time off. They couldn't stay for long.Larissa's holidays were coming to an end as well. Half of the time, she was in the Rogers' villa.Because of the pandemic, most of the shops weren't open yet. She slept and ate at home most of the time and accompanied her family. It was quite nice.After the holidays, Kevan and Larissa went back to work.Aster was sent to the kindergarten that he'd been to before. Violet was the one who drove him to and fro.In fact, in order to better take care of him, the parents moved out of Rogers' villa and bought a house in Kevan and Larissa's neighborhood.The days passed in the blink of an eye.Blue Star's company in Bartham was quickly built. Lewis sent over a few loyal and trained employees to hold the fort with Larissa and hired people according to the company's needs. The company was soon on the right track, and the headquarters' work was moved over.Larissa grew busier an
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Violet had set aside Larissa's breakfast for her.Larissa ate with reddened cheeks. Kevan and Aster, who had been waiting for her, got up at the same time. Violet brought out a boxful of pie from the kitchen."Don't forget this." She put the box in Kevan's hands."Alright. Thanks, Mom." Kevan looked at Larissa and asked, "Can we go now?"Larissa wanted to ignore him, but in front of Violet, she couldn't express her emotions right now."Yes," she replied, pulling Aster toward her. She said goodbye to Violet and strode out the door.Kevan smiled in slight annoyance and followed suit.…Kevan had told Aster beforehand that they were going to see Great-Grandpa. Thus, all of Aster's questions on the way there revolved around him."Why is great-grandpa called 'Great-Grandpa'?""Is he Grandpa's dad?""Is Great-Grandpa fierce?""If he's dead, how is he going to eat the pie?"…Kevan patiently answered all of his questions.Meanwhile, Larissa looked out the window silently.Keva
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Since Larissa had gone downstairs alone, it was natural to expect a few questions."Where's Kevan? Why isn't he coming down with you?""Where's Daddy? He said he would launch fireworks with me."Larissa walked over calmly and made up an excuse. "He's tired, so he showered and slept."The older people did not doubt her. Only Lewis stared at her thoughtfully."Oh … Why did Daddy sleep so early?" Aster pouted in disappointment."You can get him to launch fireworks with you tomorrow. It'll be the same." Larissa patted his head, keeping a calm expression on her face.Anthony and Violet gave the gifts they'd prepared to Larissa and Aster.Violet looked at them, tears falling down her cheeks."I have no regrets now," she said."Thank you, Mom." Larissa gave her a big hug.Violet was stunned, and she cried harder."Good girl." She hugged Larissa back, smiling widely.After Anthony and Violet, Gary and Lewis gave them their gifts. However, they were calm. Aster was so happy that he
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"Happy Reunion Day!"For some reason, Larissa's eyes became a little moist. Her voice even sounded a bit choked up."What's wrong?" Kevan nervously held her face, urging her to meet his gaze. "Didn't you like the fireworks just now?"She shook her head. "No, I really liked them!""Then, why are you crying?" Kevan couldn't stand seeing her cry; it tugged at his heart."I'm just very moved."She buried her face in his chest, speaking emotionally, "Welcoming the big family reunion dinner with the person you love is wonderful."The corners of Kevan's mouth gradually curved up as he heard what she said.The hand around her waist tightened inch by inch."I love you too, Lari."He lowered his head and planted a kiss on the top of her head.She hurriedly pushed him away as she sensed his body's response. But she couldn't move him much."They're still waiting for us downstairs!" she reminded him.Lewis knew she was awake, and the fireworks were already over. If they stayed he
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It was a rare occasion to have the entire extended family gathered together like this for the big family reunion dinner. In the evening, everyone was in high spirits, having enjoyed a bit of alcohol. Violet took advantage of the festive atmosphere and insisted that Gary and Lewis stay.Since Larissa woke up early after a day without proper rest, she was already feeling quite sleepy even though the reunion dinner TV celebration had just begun.Violet was understanding and told her to go to bed.Larissa tried to muster her energy to stay up."No, I'll at least wait until after midnight."She wasn't someone who adhered to rituals or traditions.In previous years, she wouldn't have stayed up late specifically to welcome the big family reunion dinner day.But this year was different.She had the companionship of her family.She was no longer a drifting, rootless plant in a foreign land.Kevan furrowed his brows slightly and gave her a gentle push."You should get some sleep.
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Larissa recalled that there was indeed such an incident.However, Kevan's excuse to her was that he needed to go to Westonia to handle matters concerning Edmund."Kevan knows how the customs work better than you! You're not even married. Yet, you're already taking his side!"Gary scoffed.His displeasure was quite obvious.Larissa chuckled awkwardly, then decided to come clean and reveal the whole truth. "Well, the truth is, Kevan and I never actually got divorced. I married him over six years ago."Gary hadn't heard this from Kevan.So, his emotions seemed conflicted upon first hearing that. He clutched his chest. It was as if he were experiencing some discomfort.Larissa and Lewis quickly approached him, asking with concern, "What's wrong? Are you okay?"In a sudden change of demeanor, Gary used his other hand to playfully tap Larissa's forehead.His expression instantly returned to normal. However, the tap was quite forceful, causing Larissa to wince in pain."If yo
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Larissa had to pick up Gary and Lewis early tomorrow morning. So, after having dinner, she returned to her room to freshen up and get ready for bed. As she lay down on the bed, she found herself tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep no matter what she did.Kevan had just managed to put Aster to sleep before coming into the room. He noticed that the lights were still on.He furrowed his brow and asked, "Why haven't you fallen asleep yet?"Larissa lifted the blanket and sat up abruptly. "I'm feeling very anxious right now," she admitted.Her hair was in disarray.There was a troubled expression on her face."Anxious about what?" Kevan inquired."Well, my dad is coming over tomorrow. What if he doesn't get along with your parents?" The mere thought of that possibility gave her a headache."Uncle Gary is a reasonable person. He won't easily give anyone a hard time," Kevan defended Gary.His words brought a smile to Larissa's face. "Are you saying he hasn't been gi
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"Alright, then. We shall head out." Larissa gathered her belongings and pulled Kevan toward the exit."I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning. It's almost the big family reunion dinner day. "So, it's hard to find a cab on the road. You might even find yourself waiting for half a day without coming across an empty cab."Gary didn't refuse. Instead, he requested, "Then, you come alone tomorrow."Her steps hesitated a moment, and she sighed inwardly. Gary really hadn't changed."Alright," she agreed.…As soon as they closed the door, Larissa began complaining to Kevan, "I thought my dad had really come around! Turns out, he still has reservations about you!"Kevan tightened his grip on her hand and smiled."Take it slow; there has to be a gradual process."He didn't expect Gary to change his attitude overnight. But as long as things were moving in a positive direction, he was content.She shrugged upon hearing that."Well, it's not me who's being wronged here; it's y
