“Maybe I just got darker from the sun,” Lena said.

“You must have gone through a lot over there anyway,” Lina said.

Lena smiled. A worry gnawed at her whenever she wasn’t by Lina’s side. She feared that Lina might face mistreatment of some sort, akin to how Lina would fret if Lena got bullied in her absence.

Zuko and Chris exchanged glances, sharing an unspoken understanding. Those two treated them like they were invisible.

Before they could engage in conversation, Zuko and Lina were swarmed and ushered away. Chris couldn’t escape socializing either.

Lena smiled and returned to her quiet corner.

Suddenly, someone handed her a glass of champagne.

Lena looked up and saw Elijah standing before her. He had slightly flushed cheeks and a tipsy smile. Adjusting his tie, he nodded toward the balcony.

Lena followed him.

balcony was vast and tranquil, a world apart from the bustling banquet hall. The evening breeze brought a refreshing

rare moment of serenity. “Why aren’t you inside, mingling with the

even without his words. Prolonged pretense

contemplated a happily-ever-after with Kasey? By all accounts,

said with a faint smile, “This time… thank you

casually. “I had my personal agenda. I wanted those children to receive a

his lucky star. I’ll

Mr. Patton. However, I also hope he follows through on his campaign promises

just a facade. Don’t take

your marriage

changed as he locked eyes with

People are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe

to him. “You and

about to request she drop the topic, but he sensed

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