Chapter 173
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Wendy’s heart ached so much she could barely hold back her tears. She squeezed Thalia’s hand tightly. “Thalia, even after all
his, you can’t give up. Those were always meant to be yours. Miya just showed up out of nowhere and took them. She was never supposed to be here.”
Thalia closed her eyes, pushing down the surge of emotions inside her. She managed a smile. “Yeah, you’re right. I’m fine. I’ll be okay.”
Wendy stepped forward and hugged her. “Don’t worry. I’m always here for you.”
Thalia rested her chin on Wendy’s shoulder, feeling the warmth from her best friend. She smiled and said, “I’m really lucky o have you.”
The two of them lingered in the corner for a while. Thalia took a moment to collect herself, then returned to the banquet
all.
Sebastian had already finished his speech and announced the next steps for Flynn Group. The moment he was done, all the ›ig shots and VIPs swarmed over to him.
jebastian just made some small talk, then headed upstairs on his own.
lynn Group’s real partners were the industry giants. These small businesses were just here for show.
Thalia spotted Darion heading upstairs with Miya.
he clenched her wine glass tightly.
hyla walked over and said, “Thalia, you saw it yourself. Flynn Group is going to work with our family through Miya. If you o over there now, it could ruin their impression of us. The losses could be huge. Please, don’t stir things up, okay?”
halia turned to look at her, remarkably calm. “How could I be causing trouble? I just want to do my part for the family.”
he was still determined to go.
hyla reached out and grabbed her hand. “Thalia…”
¡ut Thalia pulled away from her and headed upstairs.
hyla tried to stop her, but Wendy jumped in right away. “Ms. Mcgee, it’s been forever since we last chatted! Let’s catch up.
m dying to know, why are you so nice to your adopted daughter? Did she save your life or something?”
hyla was left speechless.
halia walked up to the upstairs lounge, but was stopped by a bodyguard.
I’m afraid you can’t go in right now. Sebastian is meeting guests,” the bodyguard said.
halia nodded. She didn’t head back downstairs. Instead, she went to the nearby sitting room to wait, quietly steeling
erself.
Past the huge potted plants were two sofas, and beyond them was an outdoor balcony filled with gorgeous flowers.
Thalia walked straight onto the balcony, and suddenly all the noise from the party felt miles away.
she took a deep breath, letting the sweet scent of the flowers fill her lungs. For once, she finally felt herself unwind.
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8:05 pm
Chapter 173
“Uh, hi
Out of nowhere, a voice came from behind her.
Thalia was caught off guard. She hadn’t realized anyone else was here.
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