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gathered in the living room of the small house in the village. The fir

glances. It was time to unravel the truth and expose t

y influential family members. He explained how Nathan was just a cog in a po

d Charles, with a hint of sadness in his voice. "Your family shaped every step

and revolt. "So my relationship with Isabella was just a cog in

l love. "Nathan, regardless of our initial motivations, our love

nation. "That's exactly why I'm here. I want to help

responsible for power plays. They knew they would face obstacles, but t

nt party was in progress. Illustrious guests circulated

er gaze determined. She was no longer the surrogate girlfriend, but a po

spread. People were beginning to realize that something was about to happen, a s

them, his stern face revealing the tension in the air. "What do

dad! It's time to put an end to all the lies. I know the truth and I'

. Guests turned to watch the scene, witnessing the beginnin

conviction. "This farce is over. We will not allow expectations and

support. A few guests, tired of the falsehoods and oppression th

e rewritten. Secrets would be revealed, masks would fa

approached Isabella and Nathan with supportive smiles. The Barnes family was divided between those

The mask of power and control he always wore was starting to crumble. "This is crazy!

t woman is Isabella, and I love her. I will not sacri

e situation. "Benjamin, you need to accept the truth. Nathan and Isabe

k secrets came to life. Gradually, the guests began to understand that

with tears in her eyes. "Nathan, I'm so sorry. I didn't want things to get

all products of our upbringings and the environment we grew up in. But now

own choices and the importance of following her heart. She knew it

ts began to question their own lives and relationships, inspire

ry eyes. "I've always looked up to you, Bella. Even when I didn't know the whole truth, I coul

about your brother. But I can't just be a substitute in his life, E

. She knew that for the Barnes family to find true happin