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The Ones Who Bully You Deserve to Be Called Out

Author: Winifred K
last update Last Updated: 2025-09-05 11:18:31

"I'll make Burnell realize that trying to force me back into the Jepson family was a mistake." Aria gave a sharp, mocking laugh. "I'm not some pawn he can push around. If he tries to use me, he'll only end up humiliating himself."

"You've made up your mind," Kane said, giving her shoulder a reassuring pat. "Then go ahead and do it. I'll back you no matter what."

Cedric's brows knit for a moment, but as he watched the quiet understanding between husband and wife, his frown slowly eased.

"Even if the blood tie between us is distant, you're still my aunt's daughter," Cedric said firmly. "And that makes you family I'll protect."

It was for Mabel's daughter that Cedric had come to New York in the first place. Now that he'd found Aria—and seen the storm around her—his decision was clear. On his last trip back to Boston, he had already resolved to stay in New York, to help Aria and Kane face whatever lay ahead.

"Thank you." Aria looked him straight in the eye, her gratitude unmistakable.

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