Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
Shelly appeared dissatisfied. “Hold on a minute, did Mia just attack me out of the blue? Timothy. you’ve come at the perfect moment. Mia just physically assaulted me!”
Despite Shelly’s complaint, Mia remained unfazed, offering no explanation.
After a momentary pause, Timothy stepped forward, positioning himself in front of Mia, his polished shoes gleaming brightly.
In a resonant voice, he questioned, “Aren’t you going to explain?”
“What’s there to explain? You wouldn’t believe me anyway. Why should waste my breath?”
Mia lifted her gaze to meet Timothy’s, locking eyes with his penetrating stare.”
At that moment, she detected a subtle shift in his expression¨Cinstead of the usual disdain or superiority, a trace of concern flickered in his eyes.
Was it possible that she had misread him?
Timothy, standing tall above her, returned her gaze with a complex expression. Having spent an extended period contemplating outside, his mind felt tumultuous.
The revelation that Mia had convinced Connor to perform surgery on Laura had caught him off guard.
Surprisingly, Mia hadn’t mentioned it at all.
Contemplating Mia’s close bond with Connor, Timothy couldn’t shake off a suffocating sensation, as if something vital had slipped through his fingers in an instant.
Speaking in a subdued tone, he admitted, “Mia, it seems like I’ve never truly understood you.”
In response, Mia retorted, “Yes, well, the sentiment is mutual. So spare me that look: your understanding falls short regardless.”
At that moment, Mia detected an unusual demeanor in Timothy.
Standing nearby, Shelly couldn’t resist chiming in. “Mia, Timothy is asking for an explanation.
Don’t sidestep the question.”
Mia openly confessed. “Yes, I was the one who struck her.”
“Timothy, you heard it. Mia admitted to physically assaulting me!” Shelly exclaimed.
Undaunted, Mia defiantly lifted her head, locking eyes with Timothy just as she had moments ago.
Meeting Mia’s eyes, Timothy was suddenly reminded of the familiar look he had encountered countless times over the past three years.
Yet, each time, he chose to ignore and dismiss anything she said
In a cold, resolute tone, Timothy finally demanded, “Apologize!”
Mia’s eyes flashed with a hint of mockery. Indeed, nothing had changed.
Feeling triumphant, Shelly quipped, “Mia, did you catch that? Timothy is demanding an apology from you!”
In the next moment, Timothy redirected his gaze toward Shelly. “Shelly: I want you to apologize to her,” he ordered.
by are you mistaken? Why would I apologize to Mia?” Shelly retorted.
Timothy’s tone turned icy. “She’s your sister¨Cin¨Claw. Show some respect. Who granted you the right to address her so casually?”
This statement undoubtedly sparked a storm at the scene!
Mia stared at Timothy in front of her, disbelief etched across her face. Was he unaware that it was his engagement day?
How could be utter euch words in Maya’s presence? Was he not concerned about making her cry?
Ih the ensuing moment, Maya did, indeed, burst into tears, exclaiming. “Tim!”
Sharon interjected firmly. “Tim, if you claim that Mia is Shelly’s sister¨Cin¨Claw, how does Maya fit into the picture?”
Upon hearing Sharon’s words, Mia found herself grappling with the same doubts. Wasn’t today. Timothy’s engagement day?
His remark to Shelly about Mia being her sister¨Cin¨Claw left her bewildered. Was he losing his senses?
Could he not see how close Maya was to tears?
Adorned in a bridal gown, Maya radiated purity and angelic beauty from head to toe. Was Timothy oblivious to her appearance?
As Mia’s imaginative banter took flight, she noticed Timothy approaching her. She kept looking up at him, to the extent that her neck began to ache.
The sheer height of Timothy struck her¨Che was really tall!
Timothy stood before Mia, his slender gaze fixed on hers.
Mia’s expression turned somewhat awkward as she sensed Timothy scrutinizing her strangely.
What was wrong with him?
Why was he staring at her like that?
Relentless in her pursuit of an answer, Sharon continued to press. “Tim, won’t you answer my question?”
Timothy furrowed his brow, expressing displeasure at the interruption. “Why does any other woman matter to me?”
“Tim!”
Feeling uneasy, Maya lifted her wedding veil and approached Timothy. “Tim, today marks our engagement day. Have you forgotten?”
Timothy’s lips tightened into a cold, straight line.
Mia stood nearby, stealing a glance at Maya. A sudden recollection flashed through her mind, she too had once experienced a similar dismissal from Timothy.
Addressing him, Mia remarked, “Mr. Barrett, your fianc¨¦e¨CMs. Lane is talking to you. Can’t you hear her?”
Timothy frowned. “She’s not my fianc¨¦e!”
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“You don’t have to explain these details to me. I was the one who designed today’s engagement venue. I wish the two of you a lifetime of happiness.”
Casually taking a few steps back, Mia added, “Oh, speaking of which, once Grandma’s surgery is over at the end of the month, don’t forget to swing by the courthouse. It’s about time.”
With that, Mia left the scene without looking back. She had no intention of lingering any longer.
Observing Mia’s retreating silhouette, Timothy found himself at a loss for words, uncertain of how to convince her to stay.
“Tim, why are you concerned about Mia? Today is your engagement day!” Sharon remarked.
She was eager for Mia to leave and not disrupt Timothy’s engagement.
Timothy stood in place for a while before finally turning to look at Maya, his gaze cold and solemn.
Maya was initially joyful, but as Timothy’s eyes met hers, a stiffness crept into her smile. “Tim, you seem upset. Is something wrong?”
“Tim, what gives you the right to be unhappy? Maya waited for you for so long, and she didn’t even complain!”
With a stern expression, Timothy addressed Maya. “Let me ask you again. Did you persuade Connor to perform surgery on Grandma?”
Maya’s expression froze momentarily, and she appeared a bit flustered. “Yes, it was me. Who else could have done it?”
Despite moments of doubt creeping in, Maya swiftly dismissed those thoughts.
After all, she was a part of the Lane family. Why else would Connor agree to perform this surgery if not for her sake?
Suddenly, Timothy recalled Mia’s earlier behavior. She hadn’t said a word and even reminded him to finalize their divorce after the surgery.
Mia was truly ruthless!
Timothy straightened his tie and coldly declared, “Our engagement is off.”
Maya’s expression abruptly changed. “W¨CWhy?”
Sharon added, “Yes, Tim, why call off the engagement?”
Timothy’s expression remained cold and unyielding as he fixed his gaze on Maya. “You know what you did, Maya. I’ll let it slide this time for Connor’s sake.”
Following those words, Timothy turned on his heel and walked away.
Reluctant to accept the situation, Maya hastened to catch up. “Tim, I don’t understand what you’re talking about. I didn’t play any tricks.
“I simply asked Connor to perform surgery on Grandma Laura. There’s nothing wrong with that!”
Timothy stopped abruptly, his gaze turning icy. “But Connor said otherwise,” he retorted.
Maya froze in place, a wave of panic washing over her. What did Timothy imply by Connor saying otherwise?
Did Connor inform Timothy that his decision to proceed with Laura’s surgery wasn’t influenced by Maya?
This might explain the absence of anyone in the main hall when she descended after changing.