Upon seeing this, Cindy shot me a guilty look. "I'm sorry, Nance. We didn't mean to take from you. Bruce just wanted me to try it out. If you like it, I… I won't try it on."
She lowered her head, and tears began to form in her eyes.
Meanwhile, Kate remained silent throughout.
Feeling the slight pain in my ankle, I couldn't help but furrow my brow at Douglas. "It's a bit tight around the waist and doesn't feel comfortable to wear."
I was speaking the truth, but I was also hinting at him to let this matter go.
Douglas paused. "Then let's look around a little more."
With this compromise, the farce ended.
As we left the store, I heard Cindy whining from behind, "I have plenty of clothes. Don't waste your money, Bruce. Pick something for Aunt Kate."
She was acting like an understanding woman. No wonder Bruce was willing to please her even when it meant taking a blow on his reputation.
After the incident, none of us felt like continuing to shop.
Then, when Jackson saw the many bags that Jackson was carrying, he insisted on giving him a ride.
After getting out of the car, Jackson looked despondent and hesitated before asking, "Nance, are you still in contact with the Harold family?"
It seemed like he'd recognized Kate even though they'd only met once.
But Kate clearly had no impression of him.
I didn't want to worry Jackson and lied, saying, "Not really."
"Is that so?" Jackson obviously didn't believe me.
So, I quickly forced a smile. "Don't worry. I know what I'm doing."
Jackson didn't say much more after that. But before leaving, I noticed the anxiety and unease hidden in his gaze.
Suddenly, I felt like a jerk.
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