Chapter 257
Chris‘ tone couldn’t sound any harsher.
“I understand you, Chris. No matter what I do, Mrs. Gildon won’t like me. I’m sorry for dragging you into this emotional mess.” Jewel had gotten the gist of it.
Nevertheless, her apology was self–effacing. She hadn’t done
anything that warranted it. Even if she had, it would’ve been due to her overwhelming love for him. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have endured those grievances for him.
“I don’t mind the mess because I deserved it, but you should stop creating trouble for yourself.” Chris sounded unusually cranky.
“Chris, I don’t understand you. What do you mean?” Jewel had always been meek but seemed even more so before Chris. I couldn’t tell
whether that was her nature or facade.
“Explain Yerick then.” When Chris brought him up, I knew he planned to confront Jewel.
“What’s with Ricky? Did he ask you to clean up his mess again?” Her voice turned nervous.
Chris huffed. “Are you acting clueless?”
“Chris, I really don’t know what you’re talking about.” The innocent Jewel became anxious.
“Yerick is pursuing Madeline.” I felt the grip on my arm tighten when Chris said that, and I locked eyes with Brandon, who wore a frown.
I
was about to explain myself when Jewel retorted, “That’s impossible.
Chris scoffed. “He even sent flowers to her office.”
Jewel was momentarily speechless before responding meekly. “He’s probably just toying with her for fun because Madeline molested him
was at a loss for words. Id explained myself regarding that incident and even proved Yerick had lied when the police checked the surveillance footage. So, I couldn’t believe Jewel was still using that
against me
Chris had no words to refute her statement, and I was similarly
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