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"Don't fret about this situation."

"How could she possibly measure up to you? You provide me with endless resources and riches, while she's merely a parasite draining me."

"It's fine to enjoy yourself, but don't entertain any other notions."

Zevanka's complexion suddenly drained, and she stared at him in disbelief.

The man who had vowed to wed her just yesterday was now uttering these words to coerce others.

"Cornelius!"

"Are you aware of what you're saying?"

"For your benefit, I confessed to the authorities that I was the girl in that footage. You promised marriage, yet now you pursue Jessica!"

Zevanka lunged at him frantically, but Cornelius shoved her to the floor.

"Agh!"

She crumpled in agony, her face contorting as blood seeped from beneath her legs.

A bystander in the crowd exclaimed.

"It appears she's experiencing a miscarriage..."

"Could it be Cornelius' baby?"