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\u201cSabrina, look\u2013I made a little clay figure of you!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cSabrina, my teacher said there\u2019s a field trip next weekend. Will you come with me?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cMaria, are you thirsty? I\u2019ll get you some water.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Laughter and lighthearted chatter filled the car\u2019s interior.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
Though focused on driving, Vincent occasionally responded with a brief comment or two.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even though he wasn\u2019t physically at Ravenshade Villa, his attention remained fully engaged with the scene unfolding through the screen.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett sat silently in the back, pressing herself against the door, half\u2013afraid Sabrina might catch a glimpse of her through the video call and witness her current discomfort.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She was Vincent\u2019s legal wife, Vanessa\u2019s biological mother, yet in that moment she felt like an intruder\u2013completely out of place.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The entire car ride felt like slow torture.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She tried distracting herself by counting the trees flashing past her window, but eventually lost track as the voices from the phone pulled her attention back.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finally, Vincent pulled into the hospital parking garage. After exchanging a few more words with Sabrina, he ended the video call.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Before visiting Xavier, Scarlett stopped at the hospital florist to buy a fresh bouquet, then selected a fruit basket from the gift shop.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The basket was heavier than she expected, and she struggled slightly under its weight. Noticing her difficulty, Vincent stepped over. \u201cLet me get that.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett released her grip, allowing him to take the basket from her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She carried the flowers; he carried the fruit. They walked side by side through the hospital\u2019s automatic doors.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Outside Xavier\u2019s room, Scarlett noticed a small crowd had gathered. Not only were Richard, Amanda, Daniel, and Harris present, but several of Xavier\u2019s old friends had come by as well.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Fortunately, it was a spacious VIP suite with enough room to accommodate everyone.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When Scarlett and Vincent entered together, all eyes turned toward them.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Xavier looked over too, his smile widening. He beckoned to Scarlett. \u201cCome here, dear. Sit by me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett approached with the flowers, arranging them carefully in a vase before saying, \u201cGrandpa, I hope you have a speedy recovery and enjoy many more healthy years.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent followed, placing the fruit basket among the other gifts.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Straightening up, he asked, \u201cAre you feeling better today?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Xavier beamed at both of them, reaching to take their hands. His smile was warm and genuine. \u201cI don\u2019t need a long life. As long as you two are happy together, even if I passed now, I\u2019d die\u00a0<\/p>\n
content.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett frowned gently. \u201cGrandpa, please don\u2019t say things like that.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
But Vincent responded smoothly, \u201cDon\u2019t worry, Grandpa. Scarlett and I will be just fine.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
As he spoke, he placed his arm around Scarlett\u2019s waist.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Right in front of everyone, he held her without hesitation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Though intensely uncomfortable, Scarlett suppressed the urge to pull away.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Xavier had heard Vincent\u2019s assurance but not Scarlett\u2019s, so he looked at her expectantly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Feeling the pressure of the moment, Scarlett reluctantly added, \u201cYes\u2026 Vincent and I will make it work.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Not far away, Daniel and Harris observed the scene from near the window.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel narrowed his eyes, his tone dripping with disdain. \u201cWhat a performance.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He was, of course, referring to Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Harris nudged him. \u201cWhat did you say?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel didn\u2019t repeat himself. Shooting Harris a warning look, he turned and left the room.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Xavier had stated his wish in front of everyone and received the public commitment he wanted.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He scanned the faces in the room one by one, then declared firmly, \u201cSince you\u2019ve all heard it, I want you all as my witnesses.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Some murmured agreement; others turned away with displeasure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Scarlett didn\u2019t care what these people thought of her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After staying with Xavier a while longer, she excused herself to use the restroom, needing a break from the stifling atmosphere.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As she stepped out of the bathroom, someone called out to her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWait.\u201d It was Daniel\u2019s voice.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett turned to see him emerging from the shadowed corridor.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He stepped forward, and the light revealed the undisguised disgust on his face.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Closing the distance between them, Daniel looked down at her. \u201cIs it really that satisfying- clinging to the Stewart name and refusing to let go?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett understood he was defending Sabrina.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her reply carried a sharp edge. \u201cNo, it\u2019s not satisfying at all.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel\u2019s eyebrow rose slightly, his gaze curious.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In his memory, Scarlett had always been meek and accommodating.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But now, she met his eyes directly, unflinching.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel took two more staps forward, his taller frame casting a shadow over her. He asked bluntly, without pretense, \u201cVincent has always loved Sabrina. When are you going to step aside?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t back down. She lifted her chin, meeting his challenging stare. \u201cWhat if I refuse to make room for her? What exactly do you plan to do about it?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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