“Bravo!” The cheering crowd snapped me back to reality. Gavin took the first slice and offered it, not for the child to smash, but to Tanya’s lips. “Tanya, you’ve been through so much. This is for you.” With flushed cheeks, Tanya took a bite in front of everyone. “Thank you, Gavin.” “Mr. Nolan and Ms. Cox make a lovely couple. If I didn’t know any better, I’d think they were together.” The crowd showered them with congratulations. I felt sick to my stomach. Way back then, Tanya, an overlooked child, would watch Gavin in the shadows whenever he visited the Coxes.He was the perfect golden boy—untouchable, unattainable.Since the fall of the Coxes, Gavin didn’t so much as send a text during his time away. I was there for Tanya every step of the way. Yet, with newfound confidence and success, she only had eyes for Gavin. What did that leave me with? What was I doing there, watching them play house? The door to the venue opened. A hotel manager entered the room,
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