Catherine Jones and Shaun Hill novel Chapter 86

Let me go, Mr. Hill [by Shallow South] Chapter 86
“What? Today is Granny Jones’ 80th birthday?”

“That’s unacceptable. The old woman is probably heading toward the end of her journey. You mustn’t miss the 80th birthday celebration.”

Jeffery’s face was written over with rage and embarrassment. “I’m looking into the matter of you ruining the engagement ceremony, so stop trying to divert the attention. I’ll naturally mention your grandma’s birthday after this.”

“Sure, let’s return to the engagement ceremony then. Based on the words of a newly-hired carer, you’re strongly accusing your own daughter without hesitation! Have you checked the security footage? I’ve stayed in the private room with Grandma since I stepped foot into this place and didn’t leave until the reception started. I believe a luxurious seven-star hotel like this will have many security cameras installed.”

Catherine declared in confidence, “If the security footage shows that I’ve been inside the media room, not to mention apologizing, but I’ll even kneel down on the ground and slap myself across the cheeks repeatedly as redemption.”

“Perhaps you instructed someone else to do it.” Cindy could not resist commenting.

“But Aunty Helen claimed to have seen me entering the media room. Isn’t that rather contradictory?” Catherine argued.

The guests were getting a better understanding of the full picture now. Wesley curled his lips into a faint smile before suggesting flatly, “If that’s the case, let’s inspect the security footage. It’ll not take long anyway.”

A look of terror flashed across Aunty Helen’s face.

Left with no alternative, Rebecca said, “Perhaps this is all a misunderstanding. We should at least continue with the meal before checking the footage. I’m sure everyone is getting hungry now. Besides, we shouldn’t miss the auspicious time—”

“We can’t leave things unsettled,” Catherine replied with a scoff, “Did any of you consider my feelings when you firmly accused me earlier?”

“That’s enough! We’ve suggested inspecting the footage later. What more do you want?” Ethan shouted in a low voice as he looked at the woman standing on the table. “Do you want the elders to apologize to you one after another?”

“Shut up!” Catherine scolded aloud. “My biggest regret is to have fallen for your sweet nothings back in the days! You said you treat me like a younger sister. Truth is, the two of us have been in a relationship since high school until two months ago. Do you think I don’t have proof simply because I’m not voicing it out? God knows how many intimate audio recordings you’ve sent to me on WhatsApp over the years.”

Then, she played the audio recordings into the microphone. Ethan’s tender voice instantly filled the room.