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Chapter 12

Author: Eve-lyna
last update publish date: 2025-10-21 18:09:21

Evelyn’s birthday arrived quietly—no candles, no laughter.

Adrian hadn’t returned home since the incident at his office.

Her family had called early that morning to wish her a happy birthday. They even sent over expensive gifts, but none of those things really mattered to her.

Isa also called. Her bubbly chatter had brightened Evelyn’s mood for a while, especially when she unwrapped the beautiful jade bracelet Isa had sent—a delicate piece with both their names carved inside a heart-shaped pend
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