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.

“I suppose Mia may be harboring some guilt and is hesitant to show up. Given the unfolding dynamics of the engagement, she

wouldn’t dare

entered, appearing somewhat disheveled with a

her mouth.

trouble with Bob and Mary outside her

between them on the main road, and to top it off, her phone

of unfortunate events.

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

without

then addressed Maya, saying, “Did you hear that? There

“The engagement hasn’t even

any

commence.” Mia declared.

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an immediate hush to the

the engagement ceremony should

undeniably peculiar. Not only had the engagement ceremony failed to commence, but Mia also noticed the conspicuous

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