Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle

A bitter feeling welled up inside her as Thea shook off Jake's hand "It's just for show. You don't need to overdo it. Aren't you afraid Madelyn will throw a fit if you get too close to me?" Jake's handsome face darkened, but he said nothing.

They continued to move through the crowd, one after the other

Jake's arrogance was well known. While they didn't seem particularly close, for him to trail after Thea like this only reinforced the perception that their relationship must be strong Looks like the rumors aren't true. These two definitely haven't split up, someone thought..

Because of this, the people around them began to look at the Rowland family with a bit more respect.

The birthday boy, Max, soon made his entrance. Always known for his scholarly elegance, with just a little extra effort, he now looked the part of a calm and refined gentleman. He descended the staircase, holding Emmalie's hand.

Dressed in a light blue gown, Emmalie was the picture of grace and nobility, her long neck resembling that of a proud swan.

Together, they commanded the attention of everyone in the room.

As they offered their well wishes, people couldn't help but praise Ivy for raising such an outstanding pair of children. They made for quite an enviable family.

Emmalie stood between them, holding both their hands, her smile sweet and demure. "It's all Max's idea. Every year, his biggest wish is to spend his birthday with me. Max is so good to me. That's why I've prepared a piano performance just for him." Yet the person who had truly drawn so much attention to Max's birthday. Thea, had been left in the corner

Wearing a simple black dress, Thea stood there expressionless, watching the warm family scene unfold on stage. The comers of her mouth barely twitched.

Someone nearby made a pointed comment. "Where's Thea? Why isn't she up there with them? Is it because she prefers to be alone?

Emmalie's face immediately took on an awkward expression as if she was holding back. "Thea... well, Thea just doesn't like big crowds. I'll go talk to her. She's probably more than willing to join us."

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Emmalie lifted her dress slightly and made a show of looking for Thea through the crowd.

Thea had no intention of playing along.

She strode forward confidently, raising her voice. "Emmalic, I'm right here. You didn't see me

me?"

Emmalie's face lit up with mock surprise as she grabbed Thea's hand. "Thea! I knew you'd come! Even though you help set up for Max's birthday party yesterday, I know you still care about him." couldn't

Thea's smile didn't reach her eyes. "I was busy yesterday, but I did remember today's big event, where we're supposed to appear as a family with Max. What, haven't we gotten to that part yet?" As she spoke, Thea gla

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The atmosphere shifted as the people around them exchanged dances.

Emmalie's face stiffened slightly, though she kept up the forced tile. "Thea, what kind of joke is that? You said yourself you didn't want to be involved"

Ivy stepped forward, pulling Emalie behind her, her gaze on Thea sharp and guarded. "Enough. There's no need to ruin the mood over whether you decide to come or not. You're being unreasonable. You didn't even bother greeting us when you arrived. You don't know ho talk and even blame me für favoring Emmalie?"

Thea gave a cold laugh. "Whatever you say."

Ivy's eye twitched at Thea's indifferent attitude.

Emmalie jumped in to change the subject. "Let's give Max his gl! I can't wait to sing 'Happy Birthday' for him."

"Yes, let's give the gift." Ivy quickly agreed, though her eyes showed a trace of guilt as she glanced at Thea

Thea frowned, unsure of what was going on.

But she would soon find out.