Chapter 244

Maya’s expression momentarily tensed, prompting Sharon to step in. “Alright, if Tim has to prioritize his career, let him. We can continue with the engagement and make the most of it.”

At the mention of proceeding with the engagement, Maya managed to force a smile and apologized, “Mrs. Barrett, I’m truly sorry about this.”

“I should be the one apologizing. Tim’s behavior is a bit out of line.”

“It’s okay: I understand that he’s caught up with work.” Maya smiled, yet her eyes remained devoid of warmth.

Despite her internal frustrations, she couldn’t afford to abandon the engagement ceremony.

Shelly seized the opportunity to inquire, “Maya, where is Mia? Wasn’t she supposed to be here today too?”

Frustrated, Maya turned to Felix, demanding, “Where is Mia? What happened to her?”

“Her phone is off, and we’re unable to contact her. I’m not sure if there’s a conflict with her adoptive parents,” Felix responded, expressing growing concern for Mia’s well–being.

hesitant to show up. Given the unfolding dynamics of the

I wouldn’t dare

disheveled with a minor injury at

her mouth.

had just run into trouble with Bob and Mary outside

road, and to top it off, her phone got

of unfortunate events.

the pain, Mia turned to Felix, asking, “Felix, are

is progressing smoothly without any problems,”

Maya, saying, “Did you hear that? There are no issues.”

wore a displeased expression. “The engagement hasn’t even

any problems?”

commence.” Mia

+15 BONOS

brought an immediate hush to

expression, Mia glanced around and remarked, “According to the schedule, the engagement ceremony

failed to commence,

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