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This realization ignited Hugh's indignation.
“I've decided!” Hugh asserted with unprecedented seriousness. “I must publicly disclose your identity to prevent
any misinterpretations.”
“I fully support making your identity known,” Alan chimed in, reinforcing Hugh's position.
Freya had consistently maintained a low profile, never formally introduced to the public sphere.
Even during Briggs Group’s annual gatherings, Ethel had always served as the family representative.
“That won't be necessary,” Freya countered, preferring her anonymity. “The current arrangement suits me
perfectly—allowing freedom of movement without excessive scrutiny.”
Once her identity becpublic knowledge, countless responsibilities would demand her attention.
She harbored a distinct aversion to meaningless social engagements and frivolous gossip. Above all, she
detested becoming a subject of public discourse.
If Hugh revealed her identity now, media outlets would fabricate numerous narratives based on unfounded
assumptions—questioning why Ethel maintained a public presence while Freya remained hidden, or worse,
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Freya wanted no part in such scenarios.
“Alan, | need to prepare for Lionel’s birthday celebration with my dad,” Freya informed Alan, clearly signaling the
conversation’s conclusion.
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“Alright,” Alan replied, his tone reflecting his inner conflict.
After disconnecting the call, Freya set her phone aside and resumed eating her fruit, treating the preceding
conversation as though it had been entirely unremarkable.
Hugh observed her with a sense of guilt, wondering if he had failed to provide Freya with adequate support
throughout the years.
“Mina.”
“Yes?” Freya looked up at him expectantly.
Knowing Hugh disliked oranges, she hadn't prepared any for him.
Seated across from her on the sofa, Hugh reflected on their history before asking thoughtfully, “If you could
begin again, would you choose to make your identity public from the start?”
If Freya had been publicly recognized as Hugh's daughter from the very beginning, she and Kristian might never
have had a reason to cross paths—or at the very least, things wouldn't have ended up like this. Even if Kristian
had wanted to make a move, he'd have had to weigh the alliance between their families and all the other
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