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Author: Aera
last update Last Updated: 2023-07-31 04:12:58
Everyone’s faces immediately turned into contempt when they heard Madison’s words.

Walking alongside Jayden, Nina’s aura wasn’t inferior to his in the slightest. Coupled with her stunning face, they assumed she was the daughter of some influential family. Turned out they had been overthinking.

Madison’s words were like poison spreading through the group, tainting everyone's perceptions of Nina.

Of course, these people did not bother verifying the authenticity of Madison’s words. As Jayden’s niece, they believed whatever she said without question.

“Madison, won’t you introduce Jayden to us?” David, another one of Madison’s friends, took the opportunity and asked excitedly.

Although these individuals were considered elites, they were not qualified to be in the presence of Jayden. In their world, only their fathers and grandfathers had the privilege of coming into direct contact with a man of his stature.

This alone spoke volumes about the immense power and authority that Jayden L
Aera

My babies are finally here!!! So for those who don't know, Nora Shahan and Liam Keaton have their separate book titled, "Trouble with the Devil" a Y/A romance that is completed and found on Goodnovel. While you're at it, don't forget to check out their book and show some love~

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