Naomi lowered her gaze, looking dejected.
Marcus, who was standing right beside her, noticed and comforted her immediately.
âDonât worry, Naomi. We wonât accept someone from the countryside like her. How can she compare toyou?
âChad and Mason said so themselves. No one would accept her in their circle. Sheâs nothing but ajoke.
Naomiâs head jerked up at that. âMarcus, donât ever say that in front of Grandpa Fabian.â
âGreat-Uncle Fabian is playing favorites.â Marcus pouted. âWas I wrong? I was just stating facts. If mygrandpa were in charge, he would never let that bumpkin into the family.â
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