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For half a decade, I harbored secret feelings for my childhood companion. At last, I gathered the bravery to confess my love. His response was cold, "It was just a bit of fun. Did you actually think it was serious? Who commits to a casual fling?" Shocked, I questioned, "Our bond since childhood... Was it all a game to you?" He answered nonchalantly, "Don't fret, Sienna. Even if I proceed with my family's arranged marriage, I won't cast you aside." His tone softened, as if offering a consolation prize, "We can still meet, like before. Perhaps not monthly—how about weekly?

After Being Dumped, I Married the Scumbag's Uncle

At last regaining his composure, Howard embraced me tightly, addressing Lance with deliberate and resolute words: "Lance, explain how the bridal gown I specially ordered for Sienna suddenly became your property?"


Caught in the act, Lance's face turned crimson.


"Don't assume you can push people around just because you control our family's finances! If it's purchased with that money, then this gown is rightfully mine! And Sienna wearing it signifies her willingness to wed me—not you!"


His warped reasoning shattered my understanding of everything.


Upon hearing this, Maia confronted Lance: "How dare you, Lance! You claim you want to marry into my family and take me as your spouse, yet you can't let go of this hanger-on, Sienna? You'd better explain—what's your connection to her?"


"She's been my partner for five years!"/"I have no association with him!"


Feeling deceived, Maia struck Lance across the cheek.


Chapter 12