Brave for Once
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The voice message was sent out, but there was no reply.
She slammed her phone violently onto the couch, and Freya quickly patted her back.
Tyler stood silently at the side, staring at that crumpled piece of paper. His heart felt empty, at a loss for words.
The living room remained quiet for a long time.
Suddenly, Mom stood up, straightened her hair, and her tone turned cold. "She's not coming back, right? Fine.
"The venue deposit of twenty thousand has already been paid, the food is prepared, and the relatives are all waiting at the hotel. It can't be refunded.
"Cleo might be a disappointment, but I won't allow myself to be embarrassed out there."
She glanced at Freya, then switched her ga