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Chapter 631

Author: Sisi Yea
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"Caden, you've had quite a bit to drink too. Why not crash here tonight and head back tomorrow?"

Caden and Walter had been inseparable since childhood, often having sleepovers at each other's places. However, as they grew up, those days became rare.

Caden massaged his temples, weighing the odds of a peaceful night's stay…

Skipping one night at home would not be a big deal, would it?

With that thought, Caden cautiously asked Aria, "I can't remember the last time I crashed here. Mind if I stay over?"

Aria chuckled. "Stay if you want to. It's not like it's your first time."

She waved over a servant. "Show Mr. Scott to the guest room."

After saying goodbye to Caden, Aria headed to Walter's room.

The wedding dress photo on the wall caught her eye, and then her gaze fell on her son, who had lost so much weight he was barely recognizable. Her heart ached for him.

Evangeline had returned the bracelet to the Gordon family, signaling the end of her engagement with Walter. They were boun
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