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The sweet scent of roses overwhelmed Esther like a crashing wave, almost making her gag. Every thorn on those roses seemed to stab her, causing unbearable pain. Even breathing hurt.She stood there, unable to move, locking eyes with Bradley in his wheelchair. Despite his handsome appearance, he felt as distant as the sky.Mandy glanced at Esther and grinned slyly. Did Esther not know that Bradley wanted to marry her for the Pendletons' sake? Regardless, Mandy reveled in Esther's suffering, finding her happiness in their pain."Mr. Warner, I can't," Mandy said, her fingers lightly tracing the rose petals. A thorn pricked her, and a tiny drop of blood appeared."Please, don't use me in your marriage games," she added.Bradley's hand caressed his wheelchair's armrest as he met Mandy's captivating gaze. "Mandy, you're mistaken. Everything I've said today is true. If you have doubts, I'll prove it."Mandy mockingly smiled and replied, "You must be joking, Mr. Warner."Holding a bunch

Esther and Mandy were surprised by Chadwick's unexpected arrival. "Are you here to see me?" Mandy asked Chadwick with a loving look.Chadwick raised an eyebrow and replied, "Mandy, take care of your sister-in-law. I wouldn't want that scoundrel to make a fool out of me in a tricky situation.""Brother, she's not that kind of person," Mandy calmly defended Esther. "Please don't misunderstand her."Chadwick coldly remarked, "Wasn't her scandalous video all over the internet?"Embarrassed, Mandy glanced at Esther, who had no interest in explaining herself to the unpleasant Chadwick."Mr. Pendleton, are you sure you want to risk accusing me and being ridiculed?" Esther challenged.With a smug grin, Chadwick retorted, "Esther, look around. Who would dare mock me in my presence?"Pretending to be concerned, Mandy added, "Brother, the woman in that video isn't her.""Who cares about the truth?" Chadwick met Esther's gaze boldly. "People only care about what they see. The truth doesn

Mandy confidently approached Bradley's hospital room, clutching a bridal gown catalog. She paused at the door before gently knocking ceremonially."Come in," Bradley said, his voice distant.Mandy took a deep breath, mustered her courage, and stepped closer to Bradley, catalog in hand."Mr. Warner, my brother wanted me to give this to you."Bradley glanced at the catalog she extended and raised an eyebrow. "What's this?"Mandy smiled slyly and replied, "Isn't this what you wanted?"Bradley quickly skimmed the catalog, tracing the pages with his slender fingers. His mind wandered to an image of Esther in a gown by Anna Vanderbilt. He closed the catalog dismissively and commented, "I prefer traditional wedding attire over a typical gown."Mandy retorted with a hint of sarcasm, "Do you think we have a choice, Mr. Warner?""Mandy, I'll discuss the wedding attire directly with your brother," Bradley replied.A touch of charm appeared in his deep eyes as he added, "I've been married

Bradley found Felix's cheeky comment amusing."So, who have you chosen to replace me as your dad?" he coldly asked."I think Uncle Jasper would be a good choice!"Bradley ignored his unhealed injuries, got up, and pulled Felix toward him. He then lightly spanked his buttocks, demanding, "Say that again!"As stubborn as ever, Felix glared back and retorted, "If you even think about marrying Aunt Mandy, I want Uncle Jasper to be my Daddy."Bradley firmly grasped Felix's face, forcing the boy to meet his gaze. "Listen here, you little rascal. Your old man isn't gone yet, you know?"Felix bargained, "I don't care. Unless you don't marry her!""Stay out of grown-up matters!"Felix huffed and almost mumbled, "Fine, marry Aunt Mandy if you want. But then Uncle Jasper will be my new Daddy."Bradley clenched his teeth and warned sternly, "How dare you say that?""I dare! I absolutely dare!" Felix's face twisted into a pitiful expression as if he could burst into tears any moment. "Onc

Hearing the Pendleton relatives gossip about Esther, Sadie leaned in and whispered, "Don't let it bother you. They don't know what they're talking about."Esther was well aware of how the Quills treated her. A few snide remarks from others wouldn't change her feelings toward her family. "I know."Sadie wrapped her arm around Esther's shoulders and said affectionately, "Just wait. I'll make them regret this."Sadie pushed open the door with determination and entered the room. "Go ahead, keep talking! I want to hear more juicy gossip!"The Pendleton relatives looked at each other nervously, like deer caught in headlights, as if they wished they could disappear.But Sadie wasn't going to let them off the hook. She took out her phone and called Chadwick. "Chadwick, it's Sadie. Can you come to the ladies' makeup room?"Tension filled the room. These women knew Sadie well enough to understand that she could outtalk anyone. They also knew she was the prized possession of the Quill famil