The discovery flustered Makayla.
She didn't know why Amber's true identity was the real Makayla or what the running feud between Amber and the Gardner family was all about.
However, she did know that there would be no room for her if Amber's true identity was disclosed.
The only reason why Amber allowed her to impersonate Makayla was that Amber didn't know she was the real Makayla. Amber might make her drop the masquerade if she learned about the truth.
No one wanted to see their identity being snatched away by others.
If Amber knew the truth, she would definitely return to the Gardner family even if she had an unpleasant past with them. However, blood was thicker than water. In the face of the ties of kinship, the bitter hatred in Amber's heart would eventually dissipate. By then, Amber would reunite with her parents, but she, the imposter, would be sent back to her hometown and drowned in the dark desperation.
No, she couldn't stand reliving that miserable life!
She finally managed to break free from her smothering original family and lead a carefree life. She wouldn't give that up so easily.
Frightened by the thought, Makayla trembled, her face drained of color.
Looking at her skeptically, Amber asked, "Are you okay?"
"I... I'm fine... Just feeling a little under the weather," Makayla answered, avoiding eye contact.
"Are you sick?" Amber expressed her concern.
Makayla clenched her fists and forced a smile, "Nothing. Just a stomachache."
"Is it bad? I'll drive you to the hospital." Amber didn't question her words because she did look sick.
Makayla panicked and declined the offer with a wave of her hands.
"Oh. Thank you. But no. I'm fine on my own. My driver is outside waiting for me. I'll ask him to drive me there," she said, pointing outside.
Amber turned to look out the window and saw the limo parked outside. She nodded with a smile, "Well then. Just go."
"Okay, Ms. Reed. I'll have to go now. Feel free to contact me if you need anything." Makayla bowed to her a little and headed out.
After taking one step or two, she suddenly wobbled a little, feeling her forehead and acting like she was going to faint.
Seeing that, Amber stood up and asked, "Are you sure you're okay?"
"I feel... Dizzy..." Makayla replied in a weak voice.
The next second, she fell towards Amber.
"Hey..." Amber caught her in her arms, shocked.
Makayla rested her head on Amber's shoulder, and a glint of slyness flashed across her eyes.
Then, she had her arms on Amber's shoulders and quickly brushed Amber's hair with her fingers.
Amber didn't see Makayla's action and didn't feel a thing.
She patted Makayla's face worriedly, "Makayla? Hey, stay with me! Hold on! I'll ask your driver to come here."
"It's alright." Makayla raised her head to look at Amber with a lifeless smile on her face, "I'm okay now. Thank you for catching me. Otherwise, I would have fallen to the ground."
"You sure?" Amber furrowed her eyebrows, "You don't look okay."
"I'm fine, really. Just a stomach problem and low blood sugar. You know how hard my life used to be. That's how I get the stomach problem in the first place. It's nothing. I'll get through it," Makayla said.
Amber was still a bit worried, "You sure?"
"Yeah, Amber. You can let go now. I can steady myself," Makayla nodded as she said.
Since Makayla insisted, Amber let go of her hand that was holding Makayla's arm.
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