Chapter 177

The three of them discussed briefly before agreeing to invite Sonya and her husband to dinner at rhe Waterfront that night.

When Sonya and Elias arrived, Aubree's family was already waiting in the private room. Aubree hung her head low, seemingly despondent, while her parents wore grim expressions.

When they walked into the room, Aubree lifted her head and forced out a smile. “Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Farwell.”

Her smile slipped soon after as though she was nursing a grievance.

Sonya was puzzled. “Aubree, what's the matter? Did someone bully you? Tell me about it.”

Gina's voice rang out. “She’s upset because of the rumors circulating outside. People are accusing Aubree of being a gold-digger, so she's been crying for the past few days.”

I know Lucian doesn't mean it. I've heard of the rumors, but I didn't take

off as her eyes

her a resigned and worried look. “You’ve remained by Lucian's side these few

paused and lowered her voice, "If Lucian loves you, he won’t allow you to suffer. He can ignore your plight, but I can't! Listen to me.

Elias heard their

she demanded, “What's going on? Is it about the rumor? I'll deal with

to handle the matter? Everyone in Horington knows about it. They claim that Aubree and Lucian's engagement is only Aubree's wishful thinking. Lucian doesn't have any intention of marrying her. They also claim that our family

nonsense!” Sonya's

We're the only ones who know about

it breaks my heart to see people gossiping about her.

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