“You had dinner together? Andrew is a good person.


    I’d be so relieved if you two ended up together,” she mused, her eyes twinkling.


    While Madisyn and ine were deep in conversation, Glenn, feeling a bit left out, looked for an opportunity to join in.


    He casually mentioned, “Madisyn, I’ve secured the Hyde Grand Hotel for your wee banquet.


    Do you think it suits the asion?”


    The Hyde Grand Hotel was renowned for its elegance, setting the standard for luxury in the city.


    Glenn’s choice showcased his ir for selecting only the finest venues.


    “That sounds wonderful,” Madisyn replied, her smile showing genuine appreciation for Glenn’s efforts.


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    At that moment, Kristine approached.


    The familial bond she observed between Madisyn and their parents intensified her feelings of istion.


    She clenched her fists, fingernails digging into her palms.


    Jealousy gnawed at her as she felt increasingly sidelined.


    The fear of losing Andrew on top of this onlypounded her distress.


    “Kristine!” ine greeted her warmly, breaking into her thoughts.


    “Oh, you’re back too.


    ”


    “Yeah,” Kristine responded tersely, not stopping as she made her way upstairs, her expression unreadable.


    ine watched her go, a frown creasing her forehead.


    What had gotten into Kristely?


    Lynda entered the scene a short whileter.


    Unmarried, she still lived at the Johns family’s residence.


    At the sight of the scene in the living room, she asked, “Has Kristine stepped out?”


    “No, she has just gone up to her room,” ine responded.


    Feelingpelled to check on Kristine, Lynda made her way to her door and knocked.


    Shortly after, the door swung open, revealing Kristine with tears streaming down her face.


    “Kristine, are you okay?” Lynda asked, taken aback by her distress.


    “Auntie!” Kristine eximed, copsing into Lynda’s arms in a burst of sobs.


    With a heart heavy with concern, Lynda guided her inside.


    “Tell me what happened,” she urged gently.


    Having taught Kristine to dance from a young age, Lynda hade to see her almost as a daughter.novelbin


    “It’s like I don’t belong here anymore!” Kristine spoke between sobs.


    “After Madisyn came back, it’s as if Mom and Dad don’t even see me.


    Even Andre… he’s so nice to her.


    I feel so overshadowed by Madisyn.


    It’s like everyone loves her more, and they’ve forgotten about me.


    ”